All this generally agrees with what I remember. I haven't read the last three books since they came out, but what I remember is that Mat was really grating in the first Sanderson book (Gathering Storm) but got a bit better in the two final books. But he was definitely the character who suffered the most in the transition. It feels like an outsized loss, because he was such a wonderful character in Jordan's hands. I think it wasn't just the humor that he brings, but also his casual, almost accidental brilliance. I hope I don't fall too much in love with his characterization in Season One, as they've recast him for the next season.
Nice to see your thoughts here. These books were a big part of my life, and I'm not sure I know anyone now in my day-to-day life who has read them. Looking forward to the TV series.
All this generally agrees with what I remember. I haven't read the last three books since they came out, but what I remember is that Mat was really grating in the first Sanderson book (Gathering Storm) but got a bit better in the two final books. But he was definitely the character who suffered the most in the transition. It feels like an outsized loss, because he was such a wonderful character in Jordan's hands. I think it wasn't just the humor that he brings, but also his casual, almost accidental brilliance. I hope I don't fall too much in love with his characterization in Season One, as they've recast him for the next season.
Nice to see your thoughts here. These books were a big part of my life, and I'm not sure I know anyone now in my day-to-day life who has read them. Looking forward to the TV series.