"A Game of Thrones is a contemporary masterpiece of fantasy. The cold is returning to Winterfell, where summers can last decades and winters a lifetime. A time of conflict has arisen in the Stark family, as they are pulled from the safety of their home into a whirlpool of tragedy, betrayal, assassination, plots and counterplots. Each decision and action carries with it the potential for conflict as several prominent families, comprised of lords, ladies, soldiers, sorcerers, assassins and bastards, are pulled together in the most deadly game of all–the game of thrones.

A Game of Thrones is the first book in the popular A Song of Ice and Fire series by George R.R. Martin. This epic fantasy novel takes place in a fictional world where seasons can last for years and political intrigue and power struggles are commonplace. The story follows several noble families as they fight for control of the Iron Throne, the seat of the King of the Seven Kingdoms. With its complex characters, intricate plot, and vivid world-building, A Game of Thrones has become a beloved classic of the fantasy genre.