The series of novels written by American George R.R. Martin, A Song of Ice and Fire, was the great inspiration for Game of Thrones, one of the biggest television productions of recent years, even if with an ending that not everyone liked.
The series has become a pop culture staple, with fans all over the world. As such, it ended up getting the spin-off House of The Dragon, set in the same universe, and its second season was released in June of that year.
The book series has five titles, the last of which was released in 2011. Since then, fans have been waiting for the sixth book that should conclude the story, but there is no release date yet. According to Martin, in an interview last year, the last book already has more than 1,100 pages.
Until the end comes, discover the other books in the saga and what is the order for a reading that will understand the universe.
Order of books The House of the Dragon
While the following order is correct for the books, it is important to clarify that, thinking about the chronology of the story, it is ideal to start reading the second work onwards first, and then read the first. This way you will become familiar with Martin’s universe, making it easier to understand “Fire and Blood”.
Another suggestion from readers is to read “A Feast for Crows” together with “A Dance with Dragons”, simultaneously and spacing out the reading of the chapters of the works, to see the pieces fit together.
Fire and Blood
It served as the basis for the House of the Dragon series and tells the story of House Targaryen from the conquest of Westeros by Aegon the Dragon to the reign of Aegon III. It has a chronicle format and details the dynasty’s rise, challenges, and internal struggles, including the devastating civil war called the Dance of the Dragons.
Game of thrones
In the title, King Robert Baratheon names Eddard Stark his new Hand. As he investigates the suspicious death of his predecessor, Stark uncovers a web of conspiracy and betrayal.
An ancient threat looms beyond the Wall to the north, while to the east Daenerys Targaryen seeks to reclaim her family’s lost throne. A power struggle begins between the noble houses, sparking an epic saga of war and intrigue.
The Clash of Kings
King Robert Baratheon dies, and with that, several claimants compete for the Iron Throne: Joffrey Baratheon in King’s Landing, Robb Stark in the North, and Stannis and Renly Baratheon in the South.
Meanwhile, the Night’s Watch faces supernatural threats beyond the Wall, and Daenerys Targaryen, in the east, gathers forces to stake her claim to the throne. Conspiracies, battles, and alliances shape the fate of Westeros in an intense struggle for power.
The Storm of Swords
The war for the Iron Throne intensifies as Robb Stark, Joffrey Baratheon, Stannis Baratheon, and Balon Greyjoy continue their fight for control of Westeros. Once at the Wall, the Night’s Watch faces a vision of wildlings led by Mance Rayder, while Jon Snow infiltrates them. Daenerys Targaryen, in the east, strengthens her army and finds new allies.
The Feast of the Crows
After the war, the Seven Kingdoms try to recover, and with the deaths of several leaders, new intrigues emerge. Cersei Lannister fights to maintain power in King’s Landing, and Jaime tries to restore order to the kingdom. Sansa Stark hides under a new identity in the Vale.
Brienne of Tarth searches for Sansa, and in the Citadel Samwell Tarly seeks knowledge. The Iron Islands and Dorne face their own power struggles, amplifying the disputes and tensions in Westeros.
Dance of the Dragons
In the latest book, Jon Snow is Lord Commander of the Night’s Watch, facing internal challenges and the threat of the wildlings. Daenerys Targaryen rules Meereen, struggling to maintain peace and dealing with betrayal, while trying to control her dragons.
Tyrion Lannister is a fugitive and seeks allies in the East. His claim to the Iron Throne grows, as new conflicts emerge and instability and power struggles escalate across the continent.
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