Martin's adaptation of this book into a tv series really bring life into his book. The scenes for the most part are spot on and the additions really help the show flow together for those who can't fill in with imagination in the book. This really helps me get ideas in terms of how to visually present the research I've conducted in my paper with additions of understanding etc.
Other than that I feel like the first episode is moving too slow in terms of introducing the characters, it just seems like a lot of filler is taking place and there is no true significance to any of the characters. I'm not entirely impressed with anything but the great detail in terms of visuals etc.
While the show does line up, it does in my opinion miss out on one key detail and that has to do with the "introduction"of Jon Snow. The readers know Jon Snow for his first big scene as he was introduced as the "bastard" at the party. Well generally, this is the first time the readers had seen Snow fall so far in terms of confidence etc. He was almost the one to look up to after Ned. In the novel Jon broke down and had to leave the party, in which afterwards Tyrion and him discussed making sure that he holds his head up with confidence and embraces who he is. This is where the readers essentially gain their strength because each reader has their own flaw they need to embrace. Other than the conversation with Tyrion, they skip out on the entire feast introduction to Jon and take away, in my opinion, some of his value. So altogether I did not really appreciate that part being taken out and it cuts out the ability for the viewers to watch and relate.
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