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angiedotthereader 's review for:
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
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: Alcoholism, Dementia