Since the new season of "Mad Men" doesn't start until 2012, Matt and I were feeling the need for a little more (TV) drama in our lives. Enter: Dexter. The concept sounded a little morbid for my taste, but we had heard such great recommendations about this show that we decided to give it a try for a few episodes. Aaaaaaaaaand now we're hooked :) We marathoned Season 1 in a matter of days, and last night started in on Season 2.
It is such a great show! I would highly recommend it to anyone who likes drama/suspense shows or movies. Since it's on Showtime, it does get a little graphic (but what do you expect when you watch a show about a blood spatter analyst who moonlights as a serial killer?) There are some parts that I have to turn away for, but it is not gratuitous for the most part. The story lines are interesting, but the main thing that keeps me watching is the character development. As you learn Dexter's story, you love him more and more. You find yourself rooting for him to make his kills and keep his secret hidden. He's like a Batman vigilante without the costume. But you also see him learning to build relationships with people and experience emotion. He is just such a likable guy.
I'm excited to see what plays out for my new favorite killer over the next few seasons. I read spoilers online as soon as the plot gets too thick, or else I wouldn't be able to sleep at night. It's like flipping to the end of a suspense novel to make sure everyone you like survives and you get closure. But then I drive Matt crazy because I know how things end and he doesn't :) And from what I can tell, it is going to be a good, long run for Dexter. And we'll be rooting for him the whole way!
