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Synopsis
THE BOOK BEHIND THE SECOND SEASON OF GAME OF THRONES, AN ORIGINAL SERIES NOW ON HBO. In this sequel to A Game of Thrones, George Martin pursues the embattled Seven Kingdoms through a bitter 10-year winter in which good and evil contend for power. When cruel Queen Cerisi's son takes the Iron Throne following the death of its king, Robert Baratheon, the Queen's sons and Robert's brothers battle for control of the realm. Robert's young daughter, Princess Arya Stark, flees the kingdom disguised as a boy, as the exiled last heir of the former ruling family tends to his dragons. Meanwhile, the guardians of the realm's Wall dwindle in numbers as menacing barbarians gather their forces. Set in a glittering fantasy world enriched by 8,000 years of history, this baroque jewel captivates with its believable characters, deftly realized magic, and intricate plotting.
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A Clash of Kings: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
Extremely violent and explicit fantasy with graphic war scenes, sexual content including assault and incest, pervasive strong language, and morally complex characters. Intended for mature adult readers only.
What to know going in
This book has graphic violence, explicit sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include sexual assault, incest, torture, graphic violence, and gore (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers will be captivated by the intricate political chess game, morally complex characters, and epic world-building spanning eight millennia of history.