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A review by angiedotthereader
Check & Mate by Ali Hazelwood
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-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
4.75
Never would have thought that chess can be romantic and make my heart race but there you go, such is the magic of Ali Hazelwood’s writing!
I really enjoyed this as my first Hazelwood. The female lead’s character growth definitely took the spotlight here, and the male lead was a supporting character who did his part to make this into the romance that it is. I am hoping that one day we will get to see his POV, maybe if Hazelwood is willing to write us some bonus chapters from Nolan’s view?
I loved all the chess content in this story too, and walked away with a newfound appreciation of chess. Best of all, the loose ends sprinkled throughout the story were tied together in a neat bow.
I really enjoyed this as my first Hazelwood. The female lead’s character growth definitely took the spotlight here, and the male lead was a supporting character who did his part to make this into the romance that it is. I am hoping that one day we will get to see his POV, maybe if Hazelwood is willing to write us some bonus chapters from Nolan’s view?
I loved all the chess content in this story too, and walked away with a newfound appreciation of chess. Best of all, the loose ends sprinkled throughout the story were tied together in a neat bow.
Content Warnings
Minor: Dementia and Alcoholism