A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin

George R.R. Martin's epic fantasy opener to A Song of Ice and Fire introduces the intricate power struggles in the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros, where noble houses vie for the Iron Throne amid whispers of impending winter and ancient threats. Honorable Eddard Stark becomes Hand of the King in the treacherous capital, while across the Narrow Sea, exiled heirs Daenerys and Viserys Targaryen plot restoration with barbaric allies, and north of the massive Wall, ranger forces confront supernatural dangers. Rich with complex characters, political intrigue, shocking betrayals, and visceral violence, the novel weaves multiple perspectives into a gripping tale of ambition, loyalty, family, and survival in a morally gray world.