So let me start by saying that this show is not bad and probably worth a watch. With this said, I think it's important to note that it has hardly any resemblance to the souse material. I have read the book and have seen both films and liked them both, the original story is very dark and disturbing and leaves a lot for the viewer, or reader to work out for themselves. This series completely alters the relationships and personalities of the characters and makes the whole thing feel like a very diluted version of the original story. The Eli and father relationship is very different from the relationship she has with her protector in the previous versions and Eli and her friend feel like well grounded kids instead of the killer and outsider who make a connection. The homicide detective next door and vampire street drug storylines are not required in my opinion, but I get they need to add some drama and filler. I don't usually like to compare things against one another, however this series is so far removed from its source material I don't know why they just didn't call it something different. Would I recommend this show? Yes I think I would, but don't expect anything in the same tone of the films. 7/10.
Review of Let the Right One In
