The latest statement of the publisher actually came as a surprise to fans and readers because they actually do not know that “The Winds of Winter” is still on track as it is because what they presume is that it is already delayed and that it is almost being spoiled already by “Game of Thrones” going ahead of its source material.
There are rumors saying that one of the storylines for “The Winds of Winter” shall include Daenerys Targaryen going mad. It can be recalled that Aerys Targaryen was also referred to as the Mad King because he ordered the burning of King’s Landing before he was killed by Jamie Lannister, one of his Kingsguards.
According to the same speculations, the subject of insanity was already covered in the fourth book in the fantasy novel series, entitled “ A Storm of Swords.”
The reports are also saying that the Mother of Dragons will reportedly lose her sight because of the pressure of ruling Westeros.
All indications point to Daenerys becoming the next to sit on the Iron Throne of Westeros. But the responsibility of being the next ruler of the Seven Kingdoms shall eventually be too tough and heavy for her that she will reportedly burn down an entire city when she arrives in Westeros.