Is the show really that bad?

I started reading the 1st book because a friend recommended it to me and so far I like it; I’m not completely in love with the story but it’s an enjoyable read. Of course, I was planning on watching the show afterwards because I love the actors they chose and I had only heard good things about it.

Going through the sub though, it seems that the general consensus is that the show sucks. So is the show really that bad?