I'm really, really enjoying it and appreciating the distinct difference in tone and texture. I love that he's developing the characters and their situation beyond a kind of sitcom stasis.

As for it being Martin-centric - well, if he was going to shake the tree, then it's inevitable that one character or other would get focus, and since all these characters are his creation, he can choose whichever he likes. It was never going to be Arthur (partly because I think Mr Finnemore wouldnt write himself a huge part and partly because Arthur exists in a state of perfect innocence and happiness already), and Carolyn is also getting quite a bit of development. Douglas has certainly got the least love this series, but I suppose there just isn't time to devote to everyone.

I'm completely neutral on character preference, I'm interested in them all equally, and I'm just happy to explore any of them further.