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EW.com Review
From the review:
"Having read Harris' Dead Until Dark, the Sookie book on which Ball says he primarily based True Blood, I'd say that the author is more vivid, subtle, and funny in her portrayal of Southern life; I'll be surprised if her fans aren't disappointed by this adaptation."
I'm sorry to say that I agree with this review. The pilot was trashy, not funny or charming like the books. I'm hoping they'll get better.