The first half of the series was some of the best television you will ever see. The initial train scene was about as tense as you can get. Then we have the attempted school bombing and the he attempt on Julia's life. Probably some of the strongest scenes you will ever see. Then the mid series shock the bombing. It pulls the rug from under us. The third episode understandably picks up the pieces and sets the scene.
However then there's the finale. It was absurd compared to the great work prior. The suicide vest walk to his house was farcical and then he manages to escape, even more absurd.
The acting though is largely very strong. A lot of snakes, but some with less venom than others. Madden and hawes both give great performances. Hawes genuinely ruthless, but with a Glint of compassion. Madden plays the tortured vet extremely well. The supporting cast is largely very competent as well.
All in all a must watch, but when the bar is raised so high at the start it's a shame it drops towards the end.
However then there's the finale. It was absurd compared to the great work prior. The suicide vest walk to his house was farcical and then he manages to escape, even more absurd.
The acting though is largely very strong. A lot of snakes, but some with less venom than others. Madden and hawes both give great performances. Hawes genuinely ruthless, but with a Glint of compassion. Madden plays the tortured vet extremely well. The supporting cast is largely very competent as well.
All in all a must watch, but when the bar is raised so high at the start it's a shame it drops towards the end.