‘Check and Mate’ Redefines Sports Romance with Chess | Ali Hazelwood | Review
In “Check and Mate,” Mallory Greenleaf reluctantly reenters the world of chess, achieving unexpected victory and newfound fame. But as her passion for the game reignites, secrets threaten her fragile stability, while a burgeoning romance with rival Nolan Sawyer adds another layer of complexity to her already tumultuous journey.