A Clash of Kings - George R. R. Martin

George R.R. Martin wrote the fantasy novel A Clash of Kings about the Seven Kingdoms' struggle for power.

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After her father, Eddard Stark, is executed, Arya Stark is helped out of King's Landing by a man named Yoren. He intends to bring her there. Arya's sister Sansa Stark remains at King's Landing.

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Robb Stark's illegitimate brother Jon Snow is a Night's Watch member who protects the Wall to the north. Robb Stark and Catelyn Stark are negotiating peace terms for the Lannisters.

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Stannis' fleet is commanded by Ser Davos. Davos sees a Lannister boat leaking wildfire as the fleet is winning the battle. The wildfire bursts into flames when another ship hits it. While his fleet is destroyed, Davos is tossed overboard and tossed out to sea.

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Daenerys is out looking for a ship. She agrees to go when she is greeted by two men from Pentos who have brought her there. Harrenhal is escaped by Arya Stark. She wants to return to Riverrun and her family.

In order to reward the war heroes and punish the prisoners, Joffrey goes to the court. Sansa is delighted when he decides to marry Margaery Tyrell rather than Sansa. On the day of Joffrey's wedding, Ser Dontos informs her that she will be able to flee and return to her home in Riverrun.

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