A review by prachidayal
The Queen's Gambit by Walter Tevis

adventurous dark emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

  • Medium read (6 hours)
  • The exploration of addiction and recovery felt unrealistic since it never impacted Beth for most of the story. The narrative screamed male author.
  • The excellent highs and lows resonate with me as a chess player and as someone with a mental illness. I devoured this book and it left me motivated and smiling. The accuracy of the chess content was appreciated. The complex characters are immersing, whether or not they're major characters.
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