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Sphinx · 06-21-2011, 09:48 PM

I had read some time ago that "A Game of Thrones" was good, but my god. I bought the book yesterday morning around 11 AM (Monday) to be exact...I just finished it. Needless to say, I will be getting the remainder of the series and I believe a new one comes out July 12th.

I highly recommend it if ya haven't read it yet!

Mystycl · 06-22-2011, 04:49 AM

one of those ya cant put down, huh?

Sphinx · 06-22-2011, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Mystycl

one of those ya cant put down, huh?

Yep! I would end one chapter and say "Just another"...two hours later....

Shiny Beige · 06-22-2011, 09:08 AM

Who's the author, Sphinx?

19wingz · 06-22-2011, 09:59 AM

Brief synopsis, please?

Sphinx · 06-22-2011, 10:37 AM

George. R.R. Martin is the Author.

Synopsis:

Basically there are several 'ruling families', and they are practically royalty. Think of the feudal system, however with some supernatural aspects (although, it's barely in the 1st book). There is one King that rules over all of the families and their lands, and the families are subordinate to him. There's a lot of treachery, betrayal, and deceit in the Kingdom's main capital of King's Landing. Also there is a lot of killing and mysterious murders. Also, in the North, there is a wall that prevents the old creatures from entering the Kingdom and ransacking the entire place. In the background, there is the problem of "Summer" and "Winter". When it is "Summer" there is no problem, however, when "Winter" arrives the kingdom is held hostage to the cold, snow, and ice.

I didn't wanna give anything away...so I hope that's kind of clear.

Yellowdog · 06-22-2011, 10:40 AM

The HBO series is supposed to be very good and many expect it to be nominated for an Emmy so I may go on OnDemand and watch the entire series. I'll at least watch the first one to see if I like it.

TheKdd · 06-22-2011, 12:33 PM

I haven't seen it either and may watch it soon, although I'm sure the books are a million times better as usual.

Sphinx · 06-22-2011, 01:36 PM

I don't know if I even want to spoil the glory of the book by watching HBOs rendition. How Harry Potter was treated left a foul taste in my mouth.

19wingz · 06-22-2011, 04:50 PM

Ya, I have heard a lot of great things about the HBO series. I'm sure the books are better, but all my friends rave about the show.

06-21-2011, 09:48 PM	#1
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19wingz Carrie's Cowboy Casanova Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 56,615 Thanks: 6,678 Thanked 8,657 Times in 6,627 Posts Groans: 627 Groaned at 1,039 Times in 954 Posts	Brief synopsis, please? __________________ "Well titted, stand by for my upcoming tat." ~ Sheldon Proud Supporter of the Michigan Wolverines & Detroit Red Wings!! (and anyone who plays those damn Buckeyes) God put us here on this carnival ride We close our eyes Never knowing where it will take us next

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Sphinx YakBB2 WINNER & #EvilQueen! Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cleveland Posts: 11,469 Thanks: 1,211 Thanked 4,330 Times in 2,904 Posts Groans: 406 Groaned at 139 Times in 132 Posts	George. R.R. Martin is the Author. Synopsis: Basically there are several 'ruling families', and they are practically royalty. Think of the feudal system, however with some supernatural aspects (although, it's barely in the 1st book). There is one King that rules over all of the families and their lands, and the families are subordinate to him. There's a lot of treachery, betrayal, and deceit in the Kingdom's main capital of King's Landing. Also there is a lot of killing and mysterious murders. Also, in the North, there is a wall that prevents the old creatures from entering the Kingdom and ransacking the entire place. In the background, there is the problem of "Summer" and "Winter". When it is "Summer" there is no problem, however, when "Winter" arrives the kingdom is held hostage to the cold, snow, and ice. I didn't wanna give anything away...so I hope that's kind of clear. __________________ YBB2 Winner. Long Live the Evil Fiefdom! Que Sera, Sera

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Shiny Beige Silver Yakkster Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Southern California Posts: 4,006 Thanks: 9,704 Thanked 1,932 Times in 1,302 Posts Groans: 265 Groaned at 28 Times in 25 Posts	Who's the author, Sphinx?

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Sphinx YakBB2 WINNER & #EvilQueen! Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cleveland Posts: 11,469 Thanks: 1,211 Thanked 4,330 Times in 2,904 Posts Groans: 406 Groaned at 139 Times in 132 Posts	I don't know if I even want to spoil the glory of the book by watching HBOs rendition. How Harry Potter was treated left a foul taste in my mouth. __________________ YBB2 Winner. Long Live the Evil Fiefdom! Que Sera, Sera

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19wingz Carrie's Cowboy Casanova Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 56,615 Thanks: 6,678 Thanked 8,657 Times in 6,627 Posts Groans: 627 Groaned at 1,039 Times in 954 Posts	Ya, I have heard a lot of great things about the HBO series. I'm sure the books are better, but all my friends rave about the show. __________________ "Well titted, stand by for my upcoming tat." ~ Sheldon Proud Supporter of the Michigan Wolverines & Detroit Red Wings!! (and anyone who plays those damn Buckeyes) God put us here on this carnival ride We close our eyes Never knowing where it will take us next

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