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coolhandluke140 's review for:
A Game of Thrones
by George R.R. Martin
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
The book is, fine. I am not one for political intrigue, which features heavily. I have nothing stubbornly opposed to themes in this book, but neither do I enjoy the SA that is in it, nor the starkly (pun intended) young ages of the characters within. I get that it's supposed to be "middle ages" themed, but it seems unnecessary and unrealistic from what we actually know about the medieval ages.
The actual world building and characters are quite interesting and the writing flows well, and the dialogue is well written. That is this book's saving grace. That and the narrator of this audiobook. He does an excellent job bringing these characters to life.
I would recommend this book to those not easily put off by tough topics and those who find political intrigue interesting. If those two things aren't for you, I'd pass on this as there are many other fantasy stories that would probably be better for you.
The actual world building and characters are quite interesting and the writing flows well, and the dialogue is well written. That is this book's saving grace. That and the narrator of this audiobook. He does an excellent job bringing these characters to life.
I would recommend this book to those not easily put off by tough topics and those who find political intrigue interesting. If those two things aren't for you, I'd pass on this as there are many other fantasy stories that would probably be better for you.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Slavery, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Violence, Pregnancy, Alcohol, War
Moderate: Death, Grief, Murder
Minor: Ableism, Adult/minor relationship, Animal death, Child death, Incest, Pedophilia, Physical abuse
The tags are a warning, there are a lot of dark topics. They are not the focus, but they do show up.
Descriptions are sometimes detailed, but often vague and brief.