Avalanche Journal: Excitement Builds for 'Fourth Wing' Night with Rebecca Yarros
Brock Nelson discovered the world of Violet Sorrengail while browsing a bookstore in Toronto with former New York Islanders teammate Matt Martin. Similarly, Scott Wedgewood became captivated by the dragon-riding romantasy "Fourth Wing" during a drive from Michigan to Denver.
Over 2,500 fans purchased special tickets for the “Fourth Wing” night held Thursday at Ball Arena, celebrating Rebecca Yarros’ debut novel in the “Empyrean” series.
Players and Fans Share the Excitement
Colorado Avalanche players and fans alike are eager to meet Yarros, a local Colorado Springs resident and hockey mom. Brock Nelson expressed his enthusiasm:
“I’m pumped for that night, the jersey, having Rebecca there. I’m hoping I get to meet her. It’s cool to have that connection now.
Last year, I remember somebody was like, ‘Hey, did you see the author of ‘Fourth Wing’ was at one of your games?’ I had no idea. Then I saw that she’s a huge fan. Fast forward to now with ‘Fourth Wing’ night, and it’s pretty cool.”
The Yarros Family’s Hockey Connection
The Yarros household supports the Avalanche, although Rebecca’s husband is an East Coast native and a longtime Rangers fan. They attended a game in Denver last season, where the conversation about her throwing out the first pitch at Fenway Park arose.
Event Highlights
- “Fourth Wing” night took place at Ball Arena with over 2,500 fans attending.
- Celebration of Rebecca Yarros’ first novel in the “Empyrean” series.
- Rebecca Yarros is both a Colorado Springs resident and a hockey mom.
- Players like Brock Nelson and Scott Wedgewood share a personal connection to the book and its fandom.
Author's Summary: The “Fourth Wing” night at Ball Arena celebrates Rebecca Yarros’ debut novel, uniting fans and players in shared excitement over this popular fantasy series.