I watched the first episode and after a gap, the 2nd, then was totally confused . I had to watch the 3rd one twice but then went straight on and binged the rest. the past episodes clear a lot of things up so would recommend watching the lot at one go if you can. i found a could fast forward through the violence (which I cant stomach in any movie) and easily pick up. I loved it. Even though I knew how it had to end I found it unbearably heart breaking. Eli is one enigmatic character also loved Stephen Rea as the wily but compassionate Sheriff, and Emily did a wonderful job. Oh how I was rooting for them! would love to have seen more of Eli in later life