Its based on the Sword of Truth series but is more like its own spin off that die hard fans might not like. I didn't read SoT series but i like the show and the girls are really sexy in it! its the best TV fantasy show i've watched so far but most i've watched are REALLY bad so that might not be saying much.
Season 2 is WAY better than Season 1 imo, and the first few episodes of S2 are awesome. but i recommend watching from the start if you haven't,, just know it gets way better in S2....