Women Are Winning on <i>Game of Thrones</i>. But It Feels a Little Forced

Warning: This post contains spoilers for the sixth season of Game of Thrones.

For years, fans have levied criticism against Game of Thrones' treatment of women, from the unnecessary, frequent nudity to the graphic sexual assault of main characters. After Sansa's rape by Ramsay Bolton last year sent the Internet over the edge (and led some high profile fans to flee the show), the creators promised that this season would be the year of the women.