Fire and Blood

The Inspiration for Hbo’s House of the Dragon

George RR Martin author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:6th Aug '20

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This gripping history details the rise of the Targaryen dynasty, revealing the conflicts and ambitions that led to the events of Fire and Blood.

Set in the rich world of Westeros, Fire and Blood explores the tumultuous history of the Targaryen dynasty, centuries before the events of A Game of Thrones. This captivating narrative, penned by a learned maester of the Citadel, delves into the fiery rise of the Targaryens, whose reign was marked by intense rivalries and devastating conflicts. The story unfolds with vivid detail, revealing how brother turned against brother, and mother against daughter, all in the pursuit of power and the Iron Throne.

As the Targaryens wielded their dragons, the skies were set ablaze, and the Seven Kingdoms trembled under the weight of their ambition. The book chronicles the bloody saga of a family that changed the course of history, highlighting the complexities of loyalty and betrayal that defined their rule. Each chapter is filled with dramatic events that shaped the realm, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the origins of the great game for power.

Fire and Blood serves not only as a prelude to the beloved series but also as a standalone examination of a legendary house. It is a tale of glory and tragedy, capturing the essence of what it means to rule with fire and blood, and offering insights into the characters and conflicts that would echo through generations in Westeros.

‘A masterpiece’
SUNDAY TIMES

‘An epic take, viewed from soaring heights’
DAILY MAIL

‘A feast of pure imagination’
SFX

‘The sheer detail of the richly layered world [Martin] has created is astonishing, with narrative twists and turns aplenty’
SUNDAY EXPRESS

PRAISE FOR A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE:

‘Of those who work in the grand epic fantasy tradition, Martin is by far the best’
TIME MAGAZINE

‘Colossal, staggering…Martin captures all the intoxicating complexity of the Wars of the Roses or Imperial Rome’
SFX

‘Martin’s style is so vivid that you will be hooked within a few pages’
THE TIMES

‘I always expect the best from George R.R. Martin and he always delivers’
ROBERT JORDAN

ISBN: 9780008402785

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 40mm

Weight: 520g

752 pages