A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
By George R.R. Martin & Gary Gianni
- Release Date: 2015-10-06
- Genre: Epic Fantasy
Description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY LOS ANGELES TIMES AND BUZZFEED • Taking place nearly a century before the events of A Game of Thrones, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms compiles the first three official prequel novellas to George R. R. Martin’s ongoing masterwork, A Song of Ice and Fire. These never-before-collected adventures recount an age when the Targaryen line still holds the Iron Throne, and the memory of the last dragon has not yet passed from living consciousness.
Before Tyrion Lannister and Podrick Payne, there was Dunk and Egg. A young, naïve but ultimately courageous hedge knight, Ser Duncan the Tall towers above his rivals—in stature if not experience. Tagging along is his diminutive squire, a boy called Egg—whose true name is hidden from all he and Dunk encounter. Though more improbable heroes may not be found in all of Westeros, great destinies lay ahead for these two . . . as do powerful foes, royal intrigue, and outrageous exploits.
Featuring more than 160 all-new illustrations by Gary Gianni, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is a must-have collection that proves chivalry isn’t dead—yet.
Praise for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
“Readers who already love Martin and his ability to bring visceral human drama out of any story will be thrilled to find this trilogy brought together and injected with extra life.”—Booklist
“The real reason to check out this collection is that it’s simply great storytelling. Martin crafts a living, breathing world in a way few authors can. . . . [Gianni’s illustrations] really bring the events of the novellas to life in beautiful fashion.”—Tech Times
“Stirring . . . As Tolkien has his Silmarillion, so [George R. R.] Martin has this trilogy of foundational tales. They succeed on their own, but in addition, they succeed in making fans want more.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“Pure fantasy adventure, with two of the most likable protagonists George R. R. Martin has ever penned.”—Bustle
“A must-read for Martin’s legion of fans . . . a rousing prelude to [his] bestselling Song of Ice and Fire saga . . . rich in human drama and the colorful worldbuilding that distinguishes other books in the series.”—Publishers Weekly
Reviews
Fantastic adjacent to the Westeros Story
5By jjjuhydI picked this book up and could not put it down. Although different style in story telling focusing on only one story than his other works, it kept me thoroughly entertained and I found myself unable to put it down. By far one of my favorites of MartinExcellent stories
5By Whim1954A century before GOT there was Dunk and Egg. Duncan the Tall is a young hedge knight of lowly birth and Egg, who is a preternaturally smart child is his Squire with a secret, make for an odd but endearing pair. The simple but haunting illustrations by Gary Gianni are an added delight.Amazing and Fun adventure
5By AshleyTheAstrophysicistCan’t wait for this to be adapted!Great book
5By Bigchile300 I enjoyed the little stories enjoy that this book brought to me.Great read
5By Mrs.ManzDifferent take on some of the characters that we really don’t read to much about, and insight about before the Game of ThronesHard to put down
5By Royal rooterAn excellent read from cover to cover.Riveting!!
5By Nate15651GRRM truly is a master storyteller, I loved this from start to finish! It’s a perfect stand alone story in the GoT universe! Preview it and you’ll quickly see whyA Study of Chivalry in Westeros
4By gentlemanj2016The first and last stories are the best in this collection. Martin gives an overview on the nature of Chivalry in his epic world. Lovable characters abound in this work.Greatness!
5By CHayesWGreat collection of three stories, & I wish the rest of the books were already out!Definitely a Must Read
5By RŌBOYI’m utterly anxious to read more of Ser Dunk and Egg’s adventures. Even more though, I’m eager to hope for a series to be made to continue their story.
