It would have been great had it stayed a Police Drama altogether. By following the book, the series got way too slow and unwatchable. Too many ir-relevant stories and scenes dragged for way too long. First two episodes had enough material and potential to have it continue probably as a believable Sci-Fi. I couldnt carry on after Episode-3 & 4. And finally watched the last two. And I missed nothing. Production values are great, Acting and cast are fantastic. I really wanted to love it.. I love mysteries.. But there are much better mysteries out there, probably not as highly rated but great nonetheless. The Kettering Incident and Wayward Pines are one of them. They keep you hooked until the end. But 'The Outsider' , lets you go after Episode 2 or 3. The mystery was fascinating, thats why you want to know what happened. But thats pretty much it,