I felt enchanted by the cool story, awesome characters and memorable moments. I loved the conflict between Light and L, and found Misa and Matsuda able to lighten up the tension perfectly. I felt like this show had zero flaws ... until much, much later. This is a fantastic anime to welcome any newcomer, but be aware that Death Note has flaws, something many fans will refuse to see at first. The most notable, without spoiling, is a big moment that occurs a little over halfway through the show that changes its entire dynamic and Death Note slows down. Still interesting, but not as much so. Most of my complaints, though, are with the latter half of Death Note, because the beginning, almost like a chess game, makes Death Note one of the most binge-watchable shows ever. The latter, on the other hand, feels like cheap and wasted potential.
All and all, Death Note is a beautifully crafted show that most will enjoy for its interesting story and unforgettable characters. While the show has its flaws, it makes up for them by taking you on a splendid adventure that will stick with you for the rest of your life.
