Heated rivarly

How are we feeling about heated rivarly gang? Tbh I came out feeling really underwhelmed after watching the whole show. It felt too jumpy and there was a lack of dialogue. So I read the book and found out they actually did a great job at adapting it. Like it's written to be that jumpy I guess..? So is the source material mid or am I missing something and I should rewatch it because I really don't get the hype or praise. I mean progressive and new yes? But good story and writing..? I don't really think so. I mean I totally am enamored by Hudson and connor's charisma offstage (especially Hudson) but that doesn't make the show good.. idk what do y'all think because I don't see any discussion on this