George R.R. Martin plans to kill more and different characters than Game Of Thrones show did
AV Club • • general
Key Points:
- George R.R. Martin reveals that the ending of his book series will differ significantly from the TV show, with some characters alive in the books but dead in the show, and vice versa.
- Martin suggests the show's ending was happier than his planned conclusion, noting he intended to kill more characters, including possibly Sansa, who he might now let live due to her appeal in the show.
- The divergence between Martin’s story and the show’s ending has hindered the development of sequel series, as Martin wants to finish his narrative before further adaptations occur.
- Despite ongoing efforts, Martin is still struggling to complete The Winds of Winter, often second-guessing and revising his work, indicating no imminent completion.
- Martin dismisses the idea
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