‘Game of Thrones’ fumbled Daenerys’ story. ‘House of the Dragon’ is making amends
by Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times
Sep 12, 2022
3 minutes
LOS ANGELES — “House of the Dragon’s” young Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen is a lucky girl. She has freedom, security and guile, luxuries the women of “Game of Thrones” weren’t allowed until they suffered all manner of violence and indignity over multiple seasons.
We’re only at the fourth episode of the HBO prequel series, and already there are hints that Rhaenyra (Milly Alcock) possesses Daenerys Targaryen’s dragon-riding prowess and warrior heart, Cersei Lannister’s scheming talents and Arya Stark’s rebellious spirit, particularly when commanded to “act like a lady.”
The young royal is
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