Empyrean Series, 3 Books Collection Set, Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm, by Rebecca Yarros

AI Rating: 4/10 - The Empyrean series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm) is a dragon-rider fantasy romance prioritizing high-stakes action, steamy enemies-to-lovers plot, and worldbuilding over messaging. Protagonist Violet, inspired by the author's chronic illness (Ehlers-Danlos), is a capable but physically fragile heroine who succeeds via intellect—mild identity rep without preachiness. Diverse cast includes queer side characters (e.g., lesbian couple, gay-coded Ridoc) and varied ethnicities, but these enhance ensemble dynamics rather than dominate. No overt progressive lectures; escapism and romance drive the narrative.