The course of the queen. Tevis U.

BET HARMON - a quiet, gloomy and at first glance unremarkable eight -year -old girl, who is sent to a shelter after the death of the mother. She is devoid of love and emotional support. Her circle of communication is another orphan and a watchman who teaches Beth to play chess, which gradually become the meaning of life for her. As they grow older, the young genius begins to abuse tranquilizers and alcohol, thereby running away from reality. Only while playing chess, her thoughts clarify and can she regain control. Already at the age of sixteen, Beth becomes a participant in the opening USCHCH championship. But in parallel, her desire to hone her skills at a professional level, the bets increase, her isolation acquires a frightening scale, and the desire to escape from reality becomes more seductive. And the moment comes when she has to fight the best player in the world. Will she be able to defeat or become a victim of her addictions, as has already happened in the past?