On one hand, it creates some intrigue as you discover how each character got to their respective points of desperation; but because each goes only once, it leaves out insights as to how they do or do not overcome these demons which seem important for a plot like this. (screenpicks.com)
Under the legalistic kind of internationalism described above, it is not possible to prevent issues and problems from developing to the point of desperation. (religion-online.org)
Painful, yes, but not to the point of desperation. (mumsnet.com)