Rebecca Yarros is actively inviting her readers to explore new theories and interpretations regarding her works, particularly Fourth Wing.

The acclaimed author of the Empyrean series—whose book Fourth Wing has skyrocketed to popularity on BookTok—recently shared an enticing excerpt from a scene she described as something she wrote “just for fun.” This snippet has left her fans eagerly anticipating more details and context. Before delving into the thematic implications of this excerpt, let’s take a closer look at what she shared:

“I’m with you to the end, Brother. But someone has to say it,” Garrick’s face tightens. “This plan risks everything our parents worked for,” he warns, already reaching for his flight jacket. “Everything they died for.” 

“They died for us, for a world where we have the knowledge to make our own choices.” The shadows at my feet sharpen as I sheathe the second sword across my back. “Violet’s my choice. I’m more than willing to die for her.”

“Let’s go hunt some wyvern.”

That’s all Rebecca Yarros revealed in this captivating excerpt, which she displayed on her laptop, set against the picturesque backdrop of a tropical beach. In the caption accompanying her post on July 28, she mentioned, “Sometimes switching up the office view for a couple of weeks makes you want to dip a toe back in Empyrean and start writing a little bonus scene.” This hints at her creative process and inspiration drawn from changing environments.