The Queen's Gambit

In this engaging and fast-paced coming-of-age novel, eight-year-old orphan Beth Harmon discovers her extraordinary talent for chess, which sharpens her senses and instills a newfound sense of control. As she rises to compete in the US Open championship by age 16, Beth faces escalating challenges that amplify her isolation and tempt her toward escape, weaving a compelling narrative of chess, feminism, and addiction.