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Originally Posted by atisketatasket
I always wondered why George Martin used the R R. Now I get it—Tolkein!
Didn’t get through the first page of the first book. I was bored within record time. Haven’t watched the show...yet I feel like I know the characters already.
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Oops. I meant GRR Martin (habit). But you are right. I think Martin was attempting a massive fantasy world, similar to Tolkien. Not as successful in writing quality; some great ideas though. Just not a friendly read at all. Easier with a visual now though.