Long time fan/lurker on this site here. I'm 49 years old and have read the books more times that I can remember. For me, this book series was my generation's Harry Potter series, where I eagerly awaited every book to come out. So as a HUGE book fan, I hated absolutely everything about the first season. However, this second season has won me over somewhat. I have learned to relax and enjoy it for what it is. So here are my thoughts, take it for what it's worth: 1) Loved that Rand used the Power to mow down Turok and his posse. My favorite moment of the series so far. 2) Never been a huge Egwene fan. Probably because I liked Rand too much and when she left him for the tower I soured on her as a character. I was so happy when Rand showed her up in the tower in front of all the Aes Sedai (from the books). However, this version of Egwene in the TV show is growing on me. 3) Loved that Mat gained his memories from the horn. Loved that Mat got to shine as a good guy period. 4) Nynaeve was one of the most annoying characters at the beginning of the book series, and ended up being one of my favorites at the conclusion. I would have liked to have seen her shine more. 5) Rand being overwhelmed by Elayne's beauty was a nice touch. 6) Cringed at the Car'a'Carn remark from Aviendha as others have mentioned. 7) I love Lanfear in this series, but her remark about the Light helping Rand at the end... felt off considering who she is. 😎 Lan, what can I say about Lan, he was the most manly of all men in the books and he's just nowhere near his character in this TV show. The biggest let down of the TV series for me. 9) I am looking forward to season three now. Despite the crazy changes from the books, its still the WoT in a visual medium and I will always take more new WoT content over having none.