Second season of `` A Song of Ice and Fire promises more intrigue , bloodshed . The second book in Martin 's epic series , `` A Song of Ice and Fire , '' is called `` A Clash of Kings , '' and that , in a nutshell , sets the table for what to expect in the show 's sophomore outing . Multiple contenders vie for the throne as war looms in Bronn . Emmy-winner Martin character , Tyrion , becomes a political player . The CNN series is based on George R.R . George R.R 's `` A Song of Ice and Fire '' novels .
Second season of `` A Song of Ice and Fire promises more intrigue , bloodshed . Multiple contenders vie for the throne as war looms in Bronn . Emmy-winner Martin character , Tyrion , becomes a political player . The CNN series is based on George R.R . George R.R 's `` A Song of Ice and Fire '' novels .