Because of the hype during the first season I had started to watch it that time but somehow lost interest after 3-4 episodes and thought it wasnt interesting. But then I gave it a shot again when season 2 was released and started from Episode 1 Season 1. Then I thought wow this is fabulous how come I didnt like it first time I saw it. Maybe I just wasnt in the mood. But my impression now is that it was really interesting and every character is built up so well. I am told the book is even better and quite different from the series -- maybe I will give it a shot someday.