About this episode

The episode discusses the differences between the book and show in House of the Dragon, focusing on character portrayals and themes.

We’re nearing the end of our book vs. show coverage with episodes five and six of House of the Dragon Season Three. King Jimhaerys, Ser A.Ron and Acolyte Max talk Sabitha Frey’s protective privy, Criston Cole’s surprisingly more flattering depiction in the show than the book, and the questionable intelligence of dragons. This episode’s reading: Hardcover: p. 473, par. 3 – p. 481, par. 4Kindle: pp. 503–512Begins: “In the riverlands, Ser Criston Cole abandoned Harrenhal, striking south along…”Ends: “Though the lusts of men and cruelty of women can never be gainsaid, we must…” Next episode’s reading: Hardcover: p. 481, par. 5 – p. 487, par. 2, plus p. 505, pars. 2–3 on Helaena’s deathKindle: pp. 512–518, plus the two paragraphs on Helaena’s death beginning “The two knights died at dawn…”Begins: “On the headwaters of the mighty Mander stood Tumbleton, a thriving market town and…”Ends: “None of this constitutes proof that Daemon Targaryen had carnal knowledge of the bastard girl, but…” Pete Peppers debunks HOTD Season Three’s Jetpacking Theme song: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme) by Highway Superstar Support Bald Move:  Club Bald Move Leave Us A Review on Apple Podcasts Join the…

People in this episode

Host: A.Ron

Guest: Max

Topics covered

• book vs. show
• House of the Dragon
• character analysis
• dragons
• episode discussion

Keywords

• House of the Dragon
• Fire & Blood
• Criston Cole
• Sabitha Frey
• dragons
• book vs. show

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Game of Thrones (80's TV Theme)

Books & works: House of the Dragon, Fire & Blood

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