This is my first foray into the genre of paranormal romance and if its run of the mill, then I haven't figured it out yet. I loved this book, the storyline, the quirky characters, and I so thoroughly enjoyed the show that is based on this series, so I am estatic to be NOT disappointed in the books and getting my fix until the next season begins!! There were many little differences between the story and the show, or differences that SEEMED little, but I have the feeling that making little changes will reap drastic and dramatic effects over the at least 8 or 9 or more novels Harris will eventually produce. I'm looking forward to the ride.