Heroes observations/opinions?

Is anyone else kind of disappointed in the direction they are taking Heroes this season? I mean Peter losing his powers?! You don't take away Peter's powers!! Sylar going good? Mohinder going to the "dark side"? I know that the first few episodes every season usually are pretty slow as they set up the plot but in past seasons I was always left wanting more and this season I am having to force myself to watch. Also is anyone else so sick and tired of Nikki/Jessica/Tracy? Seriously enough is enough I am over it...what are your thoughts on this season of Heroes?