I wouldn’t say so. Everything I’ve heard others say about it is that the writing is superb and that’s been my experience too. And it hooks you pretty quickly. (You’ll want to start with the 2003 miniseries, which is also on Prime at the moment, before going on to season 1 which aired in 2004.)
Does it take a while to get into? I’ve wanted to watch it for a long time but I’m not sure when to give it full focus.
I wouldn’t say so. Everything I’ve heard others say about it is that the writing is superb and that’s been my experience too. And it hooks you pretty quickly. (You’ll want to start with the 2003 miniseries, which is also on Prime at the moment, before going on to season 1 which aired in 2004.)