I loved the series. But there were definitely storylines that could've been condensed (Roy/Pam's long, 4-year long relationship), and characterizations that made no sense (Andy abandoning Erin for a 3 month-long boat trip, after having just gotten back with her (after she previously quit)) Like what the heck? These perfect characters end up breaking up AGAIN because Andy did the stupidest thing ever. Characters I abhor: Packer, Jan, Ryan, Kelly, and especially Gabe. I felt some storylines were stupid (Jan having artificial insemination, Jan having sex with one of the Dundler new guys).
But that said, there were so many great and awesome episodes, that it did fairly well ever after Michael's departure (though it made no sense Holly didn't return for the finale).
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I loved the series. But there were definitely storylines that could've been condensed (Roy/Pam's long, 4-year long relationship), and characterizations that made no sense (Andy abandoning Erin for a 3 month-long boat trip, after having just gotten back with her (after she previously quit)) Like what the heck? These perfect characters end up breaking up AGAIN because Andy did the stupidest thing ever. Characters I abhor: Packer, Jan, Ryan, Kelly, and especially Gabe. I felt some storylines were stupid (Jan having artificial insemination, Jan having sex with one of the Dundler new guys).
But that said, there were so many great and awesome episodes, that it did fairly well ever after Michael's departure (though it made no sense Holly didn't return for the finale).