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I read this for my book club. A duel story covering Mirielle in France in the 1790s and Catherine in 1973. Both women become connected to the Montglane chess service which contains a mystic formula that will give people great power. I think I would have enjoyed the book more if I knew more about all the historical people in it. I also found the book a bit slow and it didn't seem like much happened until the end of the book. I did like the twist at the end but the actual secret of the chess set w
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I was rather young when I found this book in my sister-in-law's bookshelf. Not even 20, I think. [Yes, I know, "young" is a relative idea. I'm 54 now. (or, 53 5/6)]
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I love this book. ...more
It's was slow at times, but really intricate with how the timelines weaved together and how these story lines all became intertwined. I'm interested in learning how this story continues.
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Great read. Especially for chess players.
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