Well, there's nothing to hate on here. The acting was solid. The writing was solid. The directing was solid. The pace of the series was solid.

This was a very simple plot of a young girl who is orphaned, and introduced to drugs and alcohol by people who should've been protecting and guiding her better. However, in spite of this, she discovers passion and escape by playing Chess with the janitor at her foster home/school.

There is no mystery or gimmicks in this series, so plot holes are non existent. The story is very easy to follow.

Also, you will find yourself rooting for the lead character, Beth. Will she get her act together and find love? Will she defeat the great Russian champion?

My only complaint is that there was not enough scenes that showed Beth and Jolene together. They had great chemistry.

This series deserves the attention it is receiving. I believe it has been in Netflix's top ten list for nearly, or over a month now.

I recommend it!!!