If you read the Song of Ice and Fire books before watching the TV series, you've carried a terrible burden for five years. You've known things.
Ever since the first season, you've been struggling to avoid giving away spoilers to your friends who only watched the show.
Like when they said they thought Ned would probably win the Iron Throne in the end, because he was the most noble character. And you just nodded.
You said nothing before the Red Wedding. Nothing.
You stayed completely silent when your TV-only friends said things like "I hope Oberyn beats The Mountain."
But season five was the worst. Because you knew that thing might happen. And the other thing. And...
"Stannis is going to deafeat the Boltons easily, right?"
"Jon Snow's going to end up on the Iron Throne, isn't he? He's really grown as a leader this season."
"I bet Cersei's going to–"
But now, finally, you're free!
The TV show has CAUGHT UP WITH THE BOOKS*, and that burden has been lifted from your shoulders.
Now there are even bits that take you completely by surprise!
And at last, you can talk to your friends again without worrying about spoilers – in blissful, mutual ignorance.
...at least, until The Winds Of Winter comes out.
