This little book is a family favourite in our house.  I originally heard it on audio years ago and fell in love with the beauty of the story.  Anyone that knows me, knows that I am a massive fan of GRRM.  I read the Song of Ice and Fire series before I got around to this gem, but I could never be disappointed with GRRM beautiful prose.  The illustrations are the finishing touch to a beautiful yet devastating story.  No-one can write fantasy and capture the magic just like George can.  He brings life and vitality to his characters, they grow up with us, they stay with us and we…