This Adaptation was JUSTIFIED

After the premier of JUSTIFIED i found myself cautiously optimistic about the future of this Elmore Leonard adaptation. It had all the ingredients for success, but I was worried about the downfalls of episodic television. This viewing experience isn't nearly as fulfilling as a serialized drama with a continuous thread. Luckily, my worries appear to have been avoided.
The success of JUSTIFIED revolves around the combination of fun week-to-week adventures and an evolving plot line that allows characters to grow. The unison of these two elements differentiates the show from Law and Order and LOST, which represent the two extremes of this equation.
JUSTIFIED doesn't get bogged down in each episode's crime, which can be light and fluffy or heavy and dangerous. What makes this style palatable in this instance, though, is that it all swallows relatively easy and doesn't feel like you're being force fed implausibilities. Sure, the crimes are easy to solve and play out in convenient manners, but that's just a testament to how great the U.S. Marshalls are. I mean c'mon, we've all seen the FUGITIVE. (Ok, so i'm an apologist for Timothy Olyphant.)
Speaking of Tim, he has made the role of Raylan Givens into one of the best characters on television. In the aftermath of this show, he has the potential to be remembered more for this character than "Montana" on DEADWOOD.
Yet, while I love every moment with our hero, I'm particularly smitten with Joelle Carter's character, Ava Crowder. While 85% of my infatuation may revolve around her physical traits, her drawl and demeanor separate her from the pack.
The most compelling person to watch on JUSTIFIED right now is Walton Goggins as Boyd Crowder. He was recently released from prison, and has taken over the role of preacher to the persons prone to crime. His over the top performance is so much fun to watch, and was aptly described by the character's cousin, who couldn't tell if the religious conversion was bullshit or real. (That's a good thing. I think)
Ultimately, it is the supporting characters who keep the show grounded and maintain my interest. The converse is true about a show like DEXTER, where the performance of Michael Hall is basically the only reason to turn in. DEXTER ends up feeling so hollow because the other actors can't keep up with Hall's lead, whereas the supporting players on JUSTIFIED are valuable assets. You get the conflicted ex-wife, the hilarious boss, evil patriarch and a new bad guy guest star each week.
JUSTIFIED represents the best of writing and acting, which work in conjunction to elevate each other's game.
I would recommend this show for anyone not involved and looking for something to replace LOST, 24 or Law and Order.
If you already watch the show, what do you think? Is my praise JUSTIFIED?