Still haven't read the books. I already have shelves of physical books, lots of Kindle books, and folders of fanfic that I sadly realize I am never going to be able to read through. Oh, well.
In season one of the TV series, they had me hooked at the sparrow in low gravity.
I watched part of season 1 before reading any books, and then read all the books as fast as possible and watched the show as it came out. I might actually have an outstanding short story that if I don't read it it isn't over. They are both great, the show is an excellent adaptation.
I watched the show and then read all the books. I think the show is excellent. Except for the occasional presence of Thomas Jane.
Get Alexei Navalny's book.
It's awesome.