: To undermine the Tyrells, Cersei empowers a religious cult known as the Sparrows . The plan backfires when the High Sparrow arrests Cersei herself for her own "sins". To be released, she is forced to endure a grueling "Walk of Atonement" through the city streets.

While some critics found the early episodes slower-paced, the final act contains some of the series' highest-rated moments. Game of Thrones: Season 5 Recap - Bib's Corner

Season 5 is often considered a turning point for the series. It adapts material from A Feast for Crows and A Dance with Dragons , but begins to significantly diverge from the books. Key storylines include:

Season 5 marked the turning point for Game of Thrones - Facebook

Season 5 covers events primarily from George R.R. Martin's novels A Feast for Crows and A Dance with Dragons . Key plot points include: