4/5 stars.
Paperback, 811 pages.
Read from May 29 to July 09, 2013.
Well, I finally got around to reading this novel after many recommendations. I felt that the story did, for the most part, meet the expectations I had been told. What I fear now, based on what I’ve been told, is that if I continue to read the series all of the characters that I thoroughly enjoyed are likely going to die so I’m hesitant to continue the series, though I’m sure I will eventually.
I really enjoyed Martin’s writing style and didn’t find that I had any issues keeping up with all the details of the story as I progressed though the chapters. I loved intricacies of the plot and the differences that each chapter offered from the previous one as it was narrated by different characters. I particularly enjoyed Daenerys Targaryen character and story the most, I especially loved how the booked ended in regards to her. The ending alone makes me want to pursue the rest of the series.
Overall, I’m glad I finally got to read this one and can now relate to all of the hype surrounding it.
The Pluviophile Writer 