Okay, so I admit it. I am a Game of Thrones-aholic.
The plot has completely seduced me, and the scenery can be quite impressive. (The mountains and hillsides are gorgeous, too.) It didn't start that way. I resisted for four years, and then binged last year to catch up.
The photo on the left is Jason Momoa. He played Drogo, and sadly, died way too early in the series. But hey! The straight women still had Jon Snow, played by Kit Harington, to sigh over.
Jon Snow is no more... unless the Red Witch can bring him back to life. (And after what I saw from her on the first episode of the new season, I shudder to think what that would look like.)
Here is Kit Harington as Jon Snow.
The crazy thing about this season is the series has lapped George R. R. Martin's books. Apparently our appetite is so insatiable and Martin isn't fast enough. We want our fix every year and by gum, we're gonna get it.
Now perhaps the show's writers and creators had Martin outline the story for this season. Or they gave him some multiple choice plot events, and he bubbled in what he wanted to happen. I'm not sure. I'm just glad GoT is back.
If you'd like to read George R. R. Martin's stuff and you don't also need something to prop up your car the next time you have a flat tire, check out his Fevre Dream. It's well-crafted, is set in the riverboat times and is about vampires. (I hesitate to include that detail, 'cause I don't do vampire stories, but this is the exception.)
Here is Kit Harington as Jon Snow.
The crazy thing about this season is the series has lapped George R. R. Martin's books. Apparently our appetite is so insatiable and Martin isn't fast enough. We want our fix every year and by gum, we're gonna get it.
Now perhaps the show's writers and creators had Martin outline the story for this season. Or they gave him some multiple choice plot events, and he bubbled in what he wanted to happen. I'm not sure. I'm just glad GoT is back.
If you'd like to read George R. R. Martin's stuff and you don't also need something to prop up your car the next time you have a flat tire, check out his Fevre Dream. It's well-crafted, is set in the riverboat times and is about vampires. (I hesitate to include that detail, 'cause I don't do vampire stories, but this is the exception.)
Are you a Game of Thrones fan? If so, what is your favorite character and why? (Mine is actually not Drogo or Jon Snow... they were just so easy on the eyes.) And who do you hope has the longest, most painful death? (Ramsay is my choice.)
He who enjoys your digs, asked if I wanted the Hallmark Channel. I said, NO. We are almost polar opposites in our viewing, therefore I am not going to tell him about Game of Thrones. Although I heard G o T is a binger's dream.
ReplyDeleteMaybe his penpal could whisper G o T in his ear...
DeleteI don't watch Games but hear a lot about it. I need nothing else to cause me to be in a sitting position after reading and writing! I barely move as it is. But I am glad you enjoy it!
ReplyDeleteClaudia--You're a prolific writer, so I imagine you don't have the time to veg out in front of the TV.
DeleteKhaleesi. Mother of Dragons. EVERY straight guy on earth knows why!
ReplyDeleteKhaleesi? I'm not familiar with that character.
DeleteFirst, thanks for the pics. Much appreciated this morning. :) Second, we've not seen it, but will probably binge on it at some point. That seems to be what we do. Our last binge-fest was The Killing on Netflix. So. Good.
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome. Those guys are hot enough to keep your coffee warm all day.
DeleteNah, I know I'd like it but I hate getting caught up in series. Or really long books. (Even though I kinda like vampire books...so maybe that'll be my summer read. Best to read those in broad daylight, if you get my drift.) :-)
ReplyDeleteCathy--"Fevre Dream" is not super-long. Thankfully.
DeleteI believe I would be watching it, but I have been out-voted. I may yet catch it at another time, however.
ReplyDeleteJono--I've really enjoyed it. Perhaps show the other "voters" photos of Jon Snow and Jason Momoa. They might change their mind.
DeleteNever saw it. Two daily blogs and scratching lottery tickets and sleeping in a recliner take up most of my time.
ReplyDeleteVal--Where will you fit in "laughing at your colleagues because you're retired and they're NOT once you retire?
DeleteI watched it for a while, but after we cancelled HBO I haven't caught up.
ReplyDeleteJon Snow is DEAD !
ReplyDeleteBut on the most recent episode, he was brought back to life... now there is a reason to continue watching.
DeleteMy only familiarity with Game of Thrones is hearing the name. I've never seen any of the shows. That's probably a good thing since I don't need another guilty pleasure.
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My only familiarity with Game of Thrones is hearing the name. I've never seen any of the shows. That's probably a good thing since I don't need another guilty pleasure.
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