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| A Storm of Swords by George R. R. Martin (Reviewed by PS) |
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The third volume in the "A Song of Ice and Fire" series by George R.R. Martin, "A Storm of Swords," is nothing short of epic. The conflict for the Iron Throne between many noble houses is the focus of the plot, which is placed in the Westerosian universe. The book is jam-packed with action, shady dealings on the political front, and shocking turns that will have readers on the edge of their seats. In this book, the characters develop in a genuinely spectacular way. Even minor characters are well-developed by Martin, who gives them personality and a sense of reality. Eddard Stark, the main character, is presented with morally challenging decisions that put his allegiance and integrity to the test. It is through these decisions that we are able to determine Eddard Stark's actual character. The most well-known character in the series, Tyrion Lannister, is similarly proving to be a shrewd and effective player in the game of thrones. Martin's talent for creating intricate and multi-layered political intrigue is one of the factors that contribute to this series' high level of interest. He sets the stakes even higher in "A Storm of Swords," as a number of groups compete for dominance. In this world, alliances are formed and broken, trust is a scarce resource, and everyone is engaged in a struggle for life. Therefore, I believe this book deserves nothing less than a 4 out of 5. It just delivers on everything you want in a book. Finally, I just can't wait to continue reading the rest of the series. Find "A Game of Thrones" today in our catalogue.
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