I applaud CCP for making a game that's different than just about everything else out there. I can see how it is really compelling for some people.

I have tried it a couple of times now and only lasted a few weeks each time. It feels like work. Imagine an MMO where there are only 3 types of quests - kill X, gather Y, and deliver Z. Now, imagine in that MMO that everywhere in the world looks the same. That's how EVE Online feels to me. Your mileage may vary.