Like everyone else, I binged the the Queen’s Gambit on Netflix in just a few short days and absolutely loved it. I found myself thinking about the story for days after – I even tried to evoke a little Beth Harmon strategy in my tennis game for awhile after having watched.
I remember my Dad teaching me how to play chess as a kid and I was thinking that I need to teach both of my teen boys how to play!
If you’ve been thinking about a new Chess set or about getting one for under the tree this year, here are a few good options:
Affordable, starter set:
Pressman Chess w/Folding Board – $5.95, Amazon. You can’t beat this price!
Harry Potter fans:
Wow! This Harry Potter Wizard Chess Set is gorgeous – $33.55, Amazon.
For beginners:
No Stress Chess is a great option for teaching chess newbies as the accompanying cards guide and teach you moves & strategy.
Portable:
This Magnetic Travel Chess is good for on-the-go. It folds to allow storage right inside of the board and I like that it’s not so tiny that it’s hard to move the pieces around. Seems to still open up to a decent size. $11.50, Amazon.
The conversation piece:
I mean, this Handcarved Olive Wood Chess Set is gorgeous, am I right? I feel like this isn’t just a game but a piece of decor in your room. Works for a splurge game purchase and decor. $139.99, Easy.
after read your review, decided to watch Queen’s Gambit-you’re right- loved it, a great story. loved the ending.
That was a great review, thank you for doing this one.