This years season, so far with only 2 episodes in, is slow and predictable. Last year was the same. Without the guidance of the author the story line has become quite Hollywood in its styling and delivery. They should have left the plot direction in the hands of the master.
I love GOT yet almost turned it off out of boredom.
However, extremely talented and tight cast. Excellent special effects.
Hopefully, episode 3 will be more exciting and the writing a tad more inspiring.