I mostly read fantasy books and I have not read nor seen GOT. Overall I really enjoyed this season. I did have a hard time following the time line jumping around and I had to rewind frequently once I figured out what timeline I was watching. That became annoying and I hope that does not continue. I found myself on the edge of my seat at the end of episode 3. That's when I realized I was hooked. I can't wait for season 2 and on. It is so rare for a good show to come along. I hope this show does not meet the same fate as Good Cop and Fire Fly. It seems to me the good shows always get canceled. My family could not get past episode 1. It does start out with a slow pace. If they could have the patience to watch the first 2 episodes they would love this show the same as I do.