Never read the books and its my first time even hearing about them. My first time to even offer a review but this is worth it. I read other persons review and I have to agree and understand their passion. Personally, the plot was not dragged out and boring. It revealed so much in just one season with just 8 episodes. The production quality was great, the cast did well to convey the emotions to pull me in. I love fantasy, young adult romance and adventure movies. So I have been searching for another great watch and this was it. Since Twilight,Harry Potter and Game of Thrones. This movie is certainly at their level if not higher. I watched it all within one day. I am eagerly anticipating the other season .