I agree with much of what you've said. The game had an initial wow factor for me but I'm growing tired. I can't work up the excitement to go on to the Goron and Geruda divine beasts. The story telling in it is also ham-fisted more than the usual Zelda games.

I like it even love it but it's not the best Zelda I've ever played. I still like Wind Waker better.

But honestly it's better than Skyward Sword, which I found tedious and annoying.