The answer is yes, it gets better. You're leveling at a slower pace too so it will seem there is less to do. The game builds you up to a full toolset, because if it was all given to you too soon it would be a bit overwhelming.

Once you get your basic AOE/cleave abilities etc it feels more open. 40+ a few pieces start to slot together 50-60 is a huge increase in gamestyle and 60-70 are like the finish touches.

Just keep at it!