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Summary: One of those books...
Review: ...that grabs you and wont let go. This book, like the others in this series, is a work of literary art. Martin succesfully (i know i spelled that wrong) does what no other auther in Fantasy Literature today can do, which is making the story stronger with each new edition.
The characters become old friends in this book, we follow them through their own adventures, and yes, many die. But it is not just death and depression, there are happy moments, but with every happy moment comes ten sad, anger dominated moments. Some moments make you mad, some make you sad, many make you laugh, many suprise, but one thing i never expected: it can scare you. And it will
This book will keep you guessing until the very last page, but why only four stars you ask? Because it ain't perfect, it has its flaws, Daenerys, for example, has become so boring i have to force myself to read it, from Jorah's love for her to his little secret, and her bitchiness is annoying, by the way. BUT this is the only character who has gotten worse with each book, needless to say, her dragons aren't saving her from being boring. But, luckily, She is the only less-than-average character in Martin's series.
So, in conclusion, this book is highly recommended to anyone over fourteen (I don't think that kids should read about brother-sister incest, or a man with a six foot long ...). This book will keep everyone guessing, but, be warned: nothing will prepare you for what will happen on the last page. (Don't look ahead!)
And now I become another of the many people who cannot wait for "A Feast for Crows" BR>Thank you for reading my review,
blaake.
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Summary: Contains spoilers
Review: I was reading this book over a friend's place and she asked me what the book is about. I told her "Death. Sex. Blood." In that order. There has been more explicit foul language and violence than in any other fantasy book and it is growing more and more with every book. Some find that realistic. I find it rather tiresome. If I want explicit rape and violence, there are always the late news on TV. I wish not some many characters died. ... Who's left alive after all? ... Just good old Mr Dwarf making up for every goner. At least one face I want to see no matter how ugly he can be. I bet you are wondering by now why I would read to the end such a book? Truth is, I'm curious. The good thing about is that you never know what happens next. Anyone can die. Anything can happen. You don't expect anything because things are going sooo fast. It's always keeping you on edge. Good guys die after all. But there comes the question who the good guys are. Every character is very deeply profound and complicated. There is nothing only black or white. There is always a little of both. This makes the characters intriguing and exciting. I still reserve my right to be partial to them. I don't like Catelyn and I have to admit I'm happy I will read no more "Catelyn" titled chapters. But, on the other hand, there are too many names I wouldn't see as titles any more. I rate the volume lower than the previous ones because I think the first two were better, otherwise, if I don't have them in mind, my mark is 4. Maybe it is because my expectations were higher. Characters, although human, sometimes make no sense. Robb chooses to preserve a woman's dignity by marrying her even if this means he would lose a war and many, many other would be raped and lose their dignity. It's like watching a chess tournament when a player sacrifises the queen to save a pawn. I will still look forward and buy the next book. It's an interesting book and I don't quit on such.
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Summary: A Storm of Swords
Review: I usually avoid fiction. However, A Song of Fire and Ice, (Books 1, 2, 3) was entertaining, exciting, and unpredictable. I found the characters to be well -developed and realistic. It was easy to imagine that the locations were real, and the events plausible. In my opinion, the last book, A Storm of Swords, was marvelous. I think Mr. Martin is one of the most gifted writers currently publishing. I am anxious to know
when Book 4 will be released. I hope it is soon. I was unable to put these books down. That has not happened since I read The Lord of the Rings. I have had to read the first three a second time to keep the intricate subplots fresh.
If Mr. Martin reads this, I hope he will be encouraged to tell us the rest of the story soon! I did not find these books to be better or worse than the Lord of the Rings. They were simply different. Both are extremely well written with fantastic imagery, vivid characters, and logical plot development. This particular trilogy will also become a classic. These books were worth my time. I always looked forward to turning the page!
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Summary: Better than tolkien
Review: Do not cheat yourself out of this experience, read all three in order it's the only way.
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Summary: breath taking
Review: This book was amzing. The best of the three so far. i have huge respect for Martin. The man has outstanding ability at manipulating his readers. For example in AGot I hated Jaime Lannister at the end of AsoS I was nearly in tears for him. Read this book you won't regret it.
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Summary: Great writing, but do not read this book!
Review: Martin will ruin your ability to read most other fantasy books. He is a very skilled writer and spins an incredibly deep tale. His world is full of political intrigue and interesting characters. The one weakness is what began as one of his strengths: His willingness to kill off even good characters. (In contrast to other writers in this genre like Jordan who's main characters seem to have a dome of invulnerability permanently around them.) It has gotten so bad you fear to attach yourself to anybody in the books emotionally because when they step forward as a likable character you know the END is near for them.
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Summary: Superbly done
Review: George R.R. Martin has created a wonderful epic with his Song and Ice series. At first I was hesitant to read it becuase I thought it would go on endlessly like some of the other series, but it will not be. He already knows the ending (I think) and has already said that it would be finished in six books. I loved this third installment - even better than the second one. The great thing about these books is that you see the motivations for all the characters. Nothing is ever black and white. A villian in one book may turn out to be a hero in the next. Also, apparently, he does not hesitate to kill off characters as long as it serves the plot. This book was wonderfully done - a master weaver of tales.
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Summary: Great Book, Enthralling series
Review: I was referred to "A Game of Thrones" (book 1 in the series) from a friend when I had expressed interest in reading further into the world of fantasy/high fantasy. Martin was recommended over Jordan's Wheel of Time series and although I have not read that series I can say that I am delighted to have been brought into the world of Westeros and the Seven Kingdoms. Martin does a wonderful job creating multi-faceted characters and chronicling their physical as well as personal progressions. The settings are a wonder to imagine; he creates a rich and diverse world which hints at Earthly locales. A Storm of Swords beautifully, yet painfully, delivers the third installment which wholly lives up to the reputaion set by the first two in the series. Although quite long, these books have been a lesson in enthrallment for me. Many simultaneous events are taking place within his series and although this can be tedious to readers as they are suddenly pulled miles away as a new chapter unfolds, it logically presents an entire working world where events turn out to have a variety of implications at different points in the story. I think I may differ in opinion to the reader who thought that Martin's series eclipses Tolkien's. I believe both have sensational merits in terms of fantasy fiction, yet lie in two quite different realms as well. I find it hard to equate the two for the purpose of comparison. Even so, I would recommend Martin's books to 1) Any person who has wetted their apetite for epic fantasy after finishing the Lord of the Rings and 2) People who want to read Medieval fiction but with a taste of fantasy, one different from Tolkien's "high fantasty."
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Summary: 3rd Book in an OUTSTANDING fantasy series
Review: I'd never read George R.R. Martin before picking up the first book in this on-going series. Now I wait with baited breath for each new book to arrive. Mr. Martin's prose is tight and engrossing, his character development outstanding, the physical and political scenery of his world detailed and believable. He evokes the environment surrounding each character with such finess you'll hardly notice until you find yourself shivering in the icy cold of the North and fanning yourself in the sweltering warmth of the riverlands in high summer. And the characters! The length of the series has allowed him to bring fantasy character development to new heights! Many of the prime characters mature and change so much by this third book that their behavior, taken out of context, is totally unlike it would have been had a given event occurred in the first book instead. This rare complexity adds tremendously to one's enjoyment of the story. But the most outstanding thing about this intricate, continent-covering series is just how well the man can write. Read any one of these books, then immediately pick up a fantasy book by any other author and try to read it - the comparison in writing ability just blows you away. Bravo, Mr. Martin! PLEASE keep up the fantastic work!
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Summary: Excellent series with some reservations...
Review: This is definitely one of the best series I've read in this genre. It's realistic in that the family that has been presented to us as the 'hero' suffers very real and extensive tragedy and as another reviewer mentioned, it kind of hits you when it happens.
I'm a little tired of the pornography though. It seems to be getting more frequent as the series goes on. I'm not offended by any of the language and, of course, rapes and normal sex are part of life especially in a 'medieval' setting. But is it necessary to give graphic depictions of a character taking a leak by using the same words you would if he were raping someone? It's a bit much. I can't wait for the next book, I hate buying one when I know it will be a year for the next one. Hopefully it won't be long.
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