I wish there were enough words to describe how completely amazing I think this series is. 
 I fell passionately for A Game of Thrones and I have to say that the next book: A Clash of Kings didn't disappoint. 
 George R.R. Martin definitely knows how to grab your attention and keep it. He makes you fall in love with his characters, the plot, the whole unique world he has created. Takes you deep into it, lets you blend in. There are so many plots, subplots, characters and yet he still manages to be on top of his game and never falters in this masterpiece. And he is definitely not merciful. This is not a series where you read a book and think that the main characters (no matter what turmoil they go through) are safe. No one is safe in these books. No one. 
 A Clash of Kings is literally what the book is about. Many different kings fighting for a throne, a kingdom, to rule. There are more betrayals, more wars, and more shocking events that take place Most of the main characters are going through a journey that at the end, they may not even survive. 
 Tyrion Lannister is still my favorite character. He plays the game with honor and intelligence, never even letting the fact that he is a dwarf, and people call him "halfman" bring him down or the fact that they don't love him. He shows courage where most men show fear. 
 Arya Starks is determined to get back home as possible. She also suffers through a journey that makes her grow and become tougher but doesn't remove that essence that makes her a Stark. Even Jon Snow still ploughs through with great courage. 
 There are more elements in this book that weren't in Game of Thrones. Wargs, red priestess, sorcerers, giants, wildlings and many more mysteries are discovered. 
 Overall, it was an excellent read. I can't wait to devour the next one.