A Storm of Swords: Part 2 Blood and Gold
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A Storm of Swords: Part 2 Blood and Gold
Split into two books for the paperback, George R.R. Martin's fantasy A Song of Ice and Fire continues with A Storm of Swords Part One; Part Two will be published in August.
The bestselling classic epic fantasy series behind the award-winning HBO and Sky TV show and phenomenon GAME OF THRONES
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionThe quest for the Iron Throne continues with unrelenting ferocity in A Storm of Swords: Part 2 Blood and Gold, the continuation of George R.R. Martin's spellbinding epic fantasy series, A Song of Ice and Fire. As the Seven Kingdoms are ensnared in treachery and betrayal, alliances are shattered, and new allegiances are forged in a desperate bid for power.
Civil war rages as noble houses vie for supremacy, while the spectre of winter looms ever closer. In the North, a formidable and hostile landscape breeds warriors of unparalleled resilience. The wildlings, driven by the enigmatic Mance Rayder, converge upon the inhospitable Frostfangs, preparing to storm southward and face the icy barriers of the Wall.
Robb Stark, the newly crowned King in the North, finds his realm besieged from all sides. Cunning and malicious enemies from the South, particularly the Lannisters, pose an imminent threat. Meanwhile, his sisters, Sansa and Arya Stark, are caught in the perilous web of King's Landing, where the sadistic boy-king Joffrey and his malevolent mother, Cersei Lannister, hold sway over the Iron Throne.
Across the Narrow Sea, Daenerys Targaryen, the last scion of a deposed dynasty, rallies her forces. Driven by the legacy of her forebears, she seeks to reclaim her birthright and exact vengeance upon those who destroyed her family. With her loyal followers and her fierce dragons by her side, Daenerys sets her gaze upon Westeros, her return promising fire and blood.
Intrigue, betrayal, and valor intertwine as Martin masterfully develops his intricate plot, filled with rich character development and a vivid tapestry of settings. A Storm of Swords: Part 2 Blood and Gold delivers a riveting continuation of the saga, intensifying the stakes and deepening the complexities of its masterful world-building. The narrative's seamless blend of political machinations, epic battles, and supernatural elements propels readers into a land where no one is safe and destiny is forged by bloody conflict.
Prepare yourself for an immersive experience in a story where loyalty is rare, bravery is tested, and winter approaches with grim inevitability. This instalment promises to keep readers on the edge of their seat, eagerly turning pages to uncover the fate of their favourite characters in the relentless game of thrones.
Series: A Song of Ice and Fire
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A Storm of Swords: Part 2 Blood and Gold is praised for its grandeur and intricate complexity, akin to historical epics like the Wars of the Roses and Imperial Rome. Critics laud its ambitious scope, comparing its rich, venomous characters to historical figures from periods of intense intrigue.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780007119554
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 06 August 2001
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: HarperVoyager
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 39.0mm
Width: 111.0mm
Height: 178.0mm
Weight: 340g
Pages: 656
About the Author
George R.R. Martin is the author of Fevre Dream, the ultimate science fiction horror novel, several collections of short stories and numerous scripts for television drama. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
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