I so relate to your post. I actually read the book yesterday because I can't wait for the next episode!
The book is definitely more mature about a lot of what is happening. The show tames it all down. I would say I was satisfied because I couldn't put the book down.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoqdmwJPCU34MblBTexQv6A16IJIN84Gw