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Martin, George R.R: A Storm of Swords ("Buddy Read" Revisit) Start Date: February 2, 2014 [A Song of Ice & Fire #3] (150 new)

Feb 10, 2014 07:10AM

Chapter 28-31

(view spoiler)[77) I feel so bad for both Sansa and Tyrion. What an awful position for the two of them to be put in. Sansa doesn't trust any of the Lannisters and can't see past the outer shell of Tyrion to his inner beauty. Tyrion has wedded a 12 year old girl. He sees it like it is and doesn't force her. Gotta love him and feel awful for him at the same time. Curse you Cersei and Tywin! Okay got my melodramatic moment out of the way. :)

I also feel terribly sorry for them both. But I feel that Sansa is better off with Tyrion than many of the alternatives, and I trust him to continue being good to her. I just wish that she will one day (sooner rather than later) realize who he is on the inside.

78) The Tyrells acted like Sansa had the plague. Do you think they thought she knew she'd be wed to Tyrion?

Maybe.

79) Joffrey disgusts me. I hope he gets his in the end. He's one character I wouldn't miss. Anyone else agree?

Agreed! Most sincerely.

80) Loved Tyrion's standing his ground and not allowing them to have a traditional bedding. Do you think not having sealed the deal will prove to be a mistake for both of them?

It might be, but I still have a lot of respect for Tyrion and his decision.

81) Tansy's secret identity is finally revealed. Now what the heck does she have to do with anything? Okay here's something I've been pondering for a while. Could she be Tyrion's Tysha? His first wife? I know crazy, right?

Don't know.

82) I think Gendry has a crush on Arya. He acted awful strange when she said he wasn't her brother. Could she like him too? I think the Lady doth protest too much.:)

I get the impression they like each other, but maybe that's just because I'm hoping it!

83) Arya seems to once again be in the frying pan. I'm worried for her. Is anyone else?

Yep. But whatever happens, I'm sure she'll be okay.

84) I now know why I dislike Ygritte. She keeps telling Jon he knows nothing. Getting a bit annoyed by that.

Yeah, me too.

85) The Horn of Winter - I think I know what happened to it, but does Jon have it?

I want the next Jon chapter right now!

86) Jaime is proving himself to be a nice guy. Darn him. I can't believe he lost his hand. I feel awful for him. Liked his statement that Brienne was his protector. I'm extremely sad the two won't be able to sword fight again. *sniff* Any thoughts on what happened and about the new knowledge we gained?

I'm torn between hating him, and starting to admire that he actually does have good qualities. So sorry for him losing his hand, that must be horrible for him. :( (hide spoiler)]

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Feb 10, 2014 05:51AM

Chapter 24-27

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Feb 07, 2014 12:49PM

Chapter 20-23

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Feb 06, 2014 11:18PM

Chapter 16-19

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Feb 05, 2014 01:44PM

Chapter 12-15

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Feb 04, 2014 12:31PM

Chapter 8-11

(view spoiler)[23. Do you think Ser Jorah is right not to trust Whitebeard? (Just an observation, since there was so little of Dany in the previous book, I liked how there was a paragraph recapping what she’s been through.)

I think he's right to be suspicious.

24. We now know that Dany enjoys feeding her dragons in the nude (ha ha!). What a visual: the dragons roasting their own meat! That would come in handy at barbecues. Did you expect Ser Jorah to make a move on Dany? Do you think she will accept his proposal? I think she will be like Queen Elizabeth I and be only wed to her country.

I was a little surprised at his move. I'm not sure she will accept.

25. Sounds like Bran is really getting the hang of using his third eye. I am unclear on why they are traveling beyond the wall. Who are they looking for (a person who can teach Bran)? Do we know specifically? I wish we could see how Rickon and Osha are faring!

I'm curious to know.

26. More confusion: Davos believes that Melisandre sent the fire on the battleships, but it was the “wildfire”, right? Or did Melisandre just add to it?

I thought it was only the wildfire?

27. Do you think Salladhor Saan betrayed Davos? Will Davos live to get his revenge on Melisandre?

I hope he will get his revenge. He doesn't deserve to be executed before he gets a chance.

28. Did anyone else think, “I‘ve got a bad feeling about this” when the Kingslayer was allowed to get on a horse? Even with wrist chains, the man is crafty!

I like these chapters, we get to know a lot about Jaime. I don't think he will run away yet.

29. Bit of a digression…in this chapter Elia of Dorne is mentioned (wife of Rhaegar). Does Mance Rayder’s song about the Dornishman’s wife have something to do with her or someone related to her?

No idea, I haven't thought about that.

30. So, we learn that Jaime had almost been betrothed to Lysa Tully (interesting!) and that he joined the Kingsguard because Cersei wanted him too (manipulative b-tch!) Do you think Tywin knew about the twins’ relationship? Is that why he resigned as Hand and took Cersei back to Casterly Rock?

Tywyn might have guessed but I don't know. I'm glad for all the information we finally get about Jaime.

31. Thoughts on Jaime killing the King? Sounds like Aerys wanted Jaime to kill his own father. I am wondering about the plan leading up to the assassination. Jaime is called Kingslayer, but many were in on the plot, no?

It sounds like they were many, yes. And that he had to take the blame. It could very well have been someone else getting the name Kingslayer if things had turned out differently. But it seems Jaime had good reasons to kill Aerys. (hide spoiler)]

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Feb 04, 2014 02:38AM

Prologue - Chapter 3

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Chapter 4-7

(view spoiler)[11) Poor Tyrion! His face and body so battered. Do you think Ser Bronn will remain faithful? Will he find a connection between Ser Mandon Moore and Queen Cersei? What good will it do, except give him certainty? Think he’ll act on any knowledge gained?

I hope that Ser Bronn will remain faithful. I feel so sorry for Tyrion! I'm still not sure whose side he's on but he's still one of my favorite characters.

13) What happened to those 'almost warm feelings' the last time Lord Tywin saw Tyrion? Were you surprised Tyrion was so unappreciated by his father? Did it piss you off as much as it did me? Is this Cersei’s doing?

I wasn't surprised - that was sort of what I had expected.

14) Think Lord Tywin is going to pay for his treatment of Alayaya? Is it possible you are now even more worried about Shae being discovered?

I guess he'll pay one way or another. Regarding Shae, I've always been worried. But mostly for Tyrion's sake.

15) Were you surprised Tyrion asked for Casterly Rock? What about Lord Tywin's response? Think Tyrion will possess it one day?

I was a little surprised but I hope he'll possess it eventually.

16) Davos is still alive! Wow. Little bit of a vision quest taking place out there on Onion Island, huh? Comments. Now just what is he planning?

I have no idea, but I guess he'll try to fight the witch somehow.

17) On first learning of Sansa’s invite from Margaery Tyrell, what did you think her motivation was?

I was certain that Margaery would want to know more about Joff.

18) Did Ser Loras really not remember Sansa? I guess I’m a little dense, but I didn’t understand how Sansa had offended Ser Loras by mentioning his unhorsing Robar Royce. Because treachery and conspiracy was involved later that day, therefore he was reminded of her father’s supposed duplicity?

I have no idea.

19) What did you think of Lady Olenna, Queen of Thorns? Should Sansa have confided in her and her court? Can Sansa trust them? Did you think the song went along with what they were discussing in a macabre sort of way?

That is one tough, cool and interesting woman, but I wouldn't want to be in Sansa's situation! I hope Sansa can trust them, but I think she can.

20) Did you feel a little sorry for Sansa, spinning her romantic notions of a knight in shining armor again? Or were you just disgusted with her naïve?

She's still too naive for my liking, but I feel a little sorry for her anyway. She's been through a lot.

21) Did you know the turncloak, Mance Rayder, King-beyond-the-Wall, was the one sitting in the middle of the tent playing the lute and singing? Any significance in the song he sang? What did you think of his captains, chiefs? How about that he sent them away and left his wife, Dalla, to listen to their talk?

I didn't guess that was him.

22) What do you think of Jon Snow’s “undercover” work? Will he be successful? Will he stay true? Make and alliance between the wildings and the Night’s Watch? Maybe get them to join forces to fight the Others?

Oh I hadn't thought about an alliance before. But that could be wise. As for Jon, he's doing well so far. (hide spoiler)]

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Feb 03, 2014 02:14PM

Why is it that my ticker stays on 0? I did update it on the ticker website and in the preview it has moved - but not in my post. :(

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