And so, because of that, the show had a lot of liberties regarding adapting the text.
This is where the first significant difference between the book and the show appears.
The show takes a more exciting route and gives the writers many options on setting up the upcoming war.
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Rhaenyra and Alicent breakdown of their friendship is a response to their environment.
The arrival in the green dress at what some call the Green Wedding is one part of two factions.
While Alicent can still be perceived as a villain, there is context.
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