4.5
A Storm of Swords: The Illustrated Edition
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In this gorgeous illustrated edition of the third book in the landmark A Song of Ice and Fire series, acclaimed artist Gary Gianni brings the action to life with twenty-five all-new illustrations in both color and black-and-white—for fans of HBO's Game of Thrones
Of the five contenders for power, one is dead, another in disfavor, and still the wars rage. Joffrey sits on the Iron Throne, the uneasy ruler of the Seven Kingdoms. His most bitter rival, Lord Stannis, stands defeated and disgraced, victim of the sorceress who holds him in her thrall. Young Robb still rules the North from the fortress of Riverrun. Meanwhile, making her way across a blood-drenched continent is the exiled queen, Daenerys, mistress of the only three dragons left in the world. As opposing forces maneuver for the final showdown, an army of barbaric wildlings arrives from the outermost limits of civilization, accompanied by a supernatural army of the living dead. As the future of the land hangs in the balance, no one will rest until the Seven Kingdoms have exploded in a veritable storm of swords. . . .
Explore the illustrated editions of A Song of Ice and Fire:
A GAME OF THRONES • A CLASH OF KINGS • A STORM OF SWORDS • A FEAST FOR CROWS
Of the five contenders for power, one is dead, another in disfavor, and still the wars rage. Joffrey sits on the Iron Throne, the uneasy ruler of the Seven Kingdoms. His most bitter rival, Lord Stannis, stands defeated and disgraced, victim of the sorceress who holds him in her thrall. Young Robb still rules the North from the fortress of Riverrun. Meanwhile, making her way across a blood-drenched continent is the exiled queen, Daenerys, mistress of the only three dragons left in the world. As opposing forces maneuver for the final showdown, an army of barbaric wildlings arrives from the outermost limits of civilization, accompanied by a supernatural army of the living dead. As the future of the land hangs in the balance, no one will rest until the Seven Kingdoms have exploded in a veritable storm of swords. . . .
Explore the illustrated editions of A Song of Ice and Fire:
A GAME OF THRONES • A CLASH OF KINGS • A STORM OF SWORDS • A FEAST FOR CROWS
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4.5
“A Storm of Swords was hands down my favorite read in the series so far. It was such a wonderful journey — I laughed, I cried, and I found myself falling even deeper into the world George R.R. Martin built.
The writing in this book felt sharper, faster-paced, and packed with vivid, emotional details. Even though I already knew many of the major plot points from the show, Martin’s original storytelling still managed to surprise me. His descriptions painted such powerful images that the emotional weight of the story hit even harder than I expected.
I especially loved seeing Jon Snow’s growth — his internal war about joining the Wildlings, returning to the Wall, and wrestling with the idea of becoming Lord Stark was so real and moving. His struggle to shed the “stain” of his bastardy added such a raw emotional layer to his arc.
Daenerys’s “Queen Across the Water” storyline was another standout. Gaining far more perspective and detail into her journey — from liberating cities to navigating betrayals — gave me a deeper appreciation for her strength and complexity. Her arc in the book felt more nuanced and emotionally resonant than I ever expected.
One thing that truly astonished me was realizing just how young many of these characters are in the books. It’s mind-blowing to consider that these kids are navigating immense grief, making life-altering decisions, and leading armies. It adds a whole new layer of depth and poignancy to their stories.
There weren’t any parts I truly struggled with, but I did find myself rereading certain chapters just to fully absorb everything (especially the Bran chapters). This is the kind of book that rewards you for slowing down and taking it all in.
Listening to the audiobook while reading or on the go made the experience even more powerful. Roy Dotrice’s narration brought major scenes like the Red Wedding and Lysa Arryn’s final breakdown in a way that felt devastating and unforgettable.
If you’re thinking about diving into the book or audiobook — it’s absolutely worth it. A Storm of Swords made the world of Westeros feel more alive, brutal, and beautiful than ever.”
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About George R. R. Martin
George R. R. Martin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of many novels, including those of the acclaimed series A Song of Ice and Fire--A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast for Crows, and A Dance with Dragons--as well as related works such as Fire & Blood, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and The World of Ice & Fire, with Elio M. García, Jr., and Linda Antonsson. Other novels include Tuf Voyaging, Fevre Dream, The Armageddon Rag, Dying of the Light, Windhaven (with Lisa Tuttle), and Dreamsongs Volumes I and II. As a writer-producer, he has worked on The Twilight Zone, Beauty and the Beast, and various feature films and pilots that were never made. He lives with his lovely wife, Parris, in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Gary Gianni has illustrated several works of George R. R. Martin as well as other authors ranging from Jules Verne and H. P. Lovecraft to Ray Bradbury and Michael Chabon. As a comic book artist, he has drawn Batman, Indiana Jones, Hellboy, The Shadow, and MonsterMen. He also worked on the syndicated comic strip Prince Valiant from 2003 to 2012.
Gary Gianni has illustrated several works of George R. R. Martin as well as other authors ranging from Jules Verne and H. P. Lovecraft to Ray Bradbury and Michael Chabon. As a comic book artist, he has drawn Batman, Indiana Jones, Hellboy, The Shadow, and MonsterMen. He also worked on the syndicated comic strip Prince Valiant from 2003 to 2012.
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