A review by ashleyc5
A Dance with Dragons by George R.R. Martin

mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

This book felt like a large setup for things to come. Unfortunately, there is nothing to follow it in the near future. There was a lot of development with Arya, and I found myself looking forward to her chapters the most. The introduction of the strange magic was captivating. The last 10-15 chapters were the best part of the book, but there were many moments when I found it difficult to stay engaged. There was plenty of background and plot development, but not much payoff for the individual characters, which is why I personally read these books.