Perhaps I came across as argumentative in my first response, and it seemed like I was jumping to the defense of the work like some rabid follower. Apologies, that was not my intention.
I interpreted your criticisms as less constructive as some of your grievances seemed to overlook some of the smaller details or events within the story that I felt would have addressed them otherwise. Of course, that isn't for me to presume.
As you've made clear, we all have our own opinions and I, like you, just want this story to prosper.