I loved the book and eagerly awaited the TV series...and I was incredibly disappointed. The show is bizarrely structured, with major developments being glossed over or not even shown onscreen, and minor conflicts stretched out over multiple episodes (or the entire season!) in weak attempts to create drama. HEAPS of melodrama added. Every character on the show seemed to cry once an episode. Which would be fine if it felt earned but it rarely does. The opening credits are pretty cringe to me and not at all fitting for the show or subject matter. Worst of all, the book, perfect for a limited series, has been needlessly extended into at least a second season, presumably more if they can stretch the material. Way more sizzle than steak.
