A Feast for Crows

Easily my least favorite of the series thus far. In spite of my knee-jerk reaction, the character development and sub-plot expansions were critical. It was clear, eventually, how Martin chose to handle this installment. Once I realized this would get the wheels turning for book five, or perhaps book six, I was settled down. A great deal of excitement presented itself in the climax and certain aspects of the story are absolutely succulent. Though, they would not have been as great without the 900 pages prior to the presentation of those details. I'll save you the spoilers.