In 1996, author George R.R. Martin introduced audiences to the world of Westeros with his book, A Game of Thrones, the first volume of his A Song of Ice and Fire Series.


People fell in love with his novel, even though it constantly broke their hearts, killing off its main character in the first book. Since A Game of Thrones' release, Martin has put out four more books in the series, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast for Crows, and A Dance with Dragons, and is currently writing the sixth and seventh entries, The Winds of Winter and A Dream of Spring.

In the gap between Dance and Winds, fans of the World of Ice and Fire sunk their teeth into its small screen adaptation. HBO's Game of Thrones ran for eight seasons, finishing Martin's story before he could.

While fans adored the show for most of its run, a disappointing eight season has caused some to turn on it. Many found refuge in the books, which, they find superior to the show. While some of their criticisms towards Game of Thrones are unfair, they're right that the books surpass their adaptation in many ways.

Here are 7 Things A Song of Ice and Fire Did Better Than Game of Thrones.