I did not expect this show to be that good. The story telling was amazing. It was a beautiful story with a hint realism and true to the struggles of each character. I also didn't think it would be better than main show, but in my opinion, this was far better.
Also,
To the 90% of all those 1-star reviews:
Quit using "history" and "nudity" as your scape goat to justify and force down our throats your own religious or racists ideals.
The show, like all other do, is indeed rated appropriately. TV-MA; learn what that means. The show also explicitly says it is not meant to be a history lesson, it is purely a fictional story based on a theme....not reality.
It is show, you have the option to watch it OR go read your Bible. Either way, i don't care, but as always, quit trying to misinform others.