just binged the whole thing today & episode 4 made me cry. this season is definitely better than season 2 and 3 was and im really glad cause i was kinda losing any hope of the show getting better.
I agree, I think that they got back into the rhythm of what made the show interesting to begin with. This season does a good job at breaking your expectations and spends little time on the unimportant subplots, keeping you right in on the action.
I also enjoy watching most of these characters, however, I'm not a Mike Wheeler enthusiast. Other than him, I'm pretty invested in all of the characters doing their things. Even the new characters they brought on this season are entertaining to watch as they grow into their own.
Episode 4 and 7 I feel are the strongest so far and I absolutely agree, I was also moved in Episode 4. Very hype for the second half to drop in in July. Glad it didn't end of a cliffhanger, it more so set the stage for what's to come and I appreciate that.