Check and Mate (French Edition)

Rival chess players find themselves in an unexpected match for love and redemption in this clever and swoonworthy novel. Mallory Greenleaf thought she was done with chess after it shattered her family, but a chance encounter at a charity tournament reignites her passion and leads to a fierce rivalry with notorious 'Kingkiller' Nolan Sawyer, the world champion who never saw her victory coming.

As Mallory navigates the pressures of unexpected fame and family complications, she must confront her feelings for Nolan while grappling with the sport that once brought her pain. The stakes rise as cash-prizes attract her back into the competitive scene, but each move threatens to unravel the careful balance she has created between her family's well-being and her own ambitions.

This novel captivates both young adult and adult audiences with its rich character development and sharp wit, celebrating resilience, the complexities of love, and the thrill of competition in a world where every decision counts.