Don't think it was bad. Not too fast pace. They explained well her background as a warrior from Mars. And she was drawn to conflict because of her instinct and training. Hence why she wanted to be a hunter warrior. She thinks she can make a difference. And at the same time caught up in Hugo's scheme to get rich quick. LOL! Just kidding more like having a better life together. Sadly it was not to be.
Love the scene when she was willing to give up her heart for him. And he was uncomfortable, especially when he himself was kinda bad still peoples parts.
I liked the motorball and be great point to lead to whoever goes to Zalem as champion and you saw at the end she is determined to win it after going through the races through time lapse.