Anyone who is familiar with the author George R.R. Martin due to his renowned masterpiece "A Song of Ice and Fire" would find it difficult to envision him as a children's book writer. This is either because of the cruelty and sadism exhibited by some of his characters or the strong sexual allure present within its pages, which is even more emphasized in its TV adaptation.

However, there is a tale by him that is a small masterpiece. It is a kind of miniature bildungsroman crafted by one of the contemporary masters of the fantasy genre. One can easily sense his distinct style. The description of the ice dragon perhaps gives a hint of something to the readers of "A Song of Ice and Fire".

Although it is very short, it is absolutely recommended as a light introduction to Martin's vast and spacious world. It offers a different perspective on his writing and allows readers to dip their toes into his creative universe without being overwhelmed by the complexity and darkness of his more famous works.

The illustrations in this work are truly precious. They bring the story to life in a vivid and enchanting way.

The story itself is very tender, filled with moments that warm the heart. However, it also has a slight touch of melancholy and blood, which is not unexpected considering the style of R.R Martin.

Martin is known for his ability to create complex and multi-faceted worlds, and this story is no exception. The characters are well-developed and the plot is engaging, keeping the reader hooked from beginning to end.

Despite the presence of melancholy and blood, there is also a sense of hope and beauty in the story. It makes the reader think about life, love, and the human condition. Overall, it is a wonderful piece of work that combines beautiful illustrations with a touching and thought-provoking story.

I love winter more than all the other seasons because when the cold descends upon the world, the ice dragon comes.

Since I love winter, I fell in love with little Adara, the winter child, who is fascinated by winter...

Adara is a winter child, and the ice dragon is her secret and only friend, and building her white winter castle is her only entertainment.

As long as the cold, the snow, and the ice dragon come at their appointed time, she is happy.

Adara has seen the ice dragon in the sky a thousand times, and on her fourth birthday in winter, she saw it on the ground and touched it for the first time.

And on her fifth birthday in winter, she rode the dragon for the first time.

Together with her friend the ice dragon, Adara will embark on an adventure to save those she loves from the danger of fire dragons in a world of magic and imagination.

Beautiful Adara, I hope that spring will always come gently after every winter, that your beautiful heart will remain warm with the closeness of those you love, and that your hands will always be blessed with warmth... ❤

12.03.2020