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Editorial reviews from other women "Chess history has its share of great books, but none quite like this—written by a women’s world champion about her own journey. Rebel Queen is an inspiring story of perseverance, where the reader walks alongside the protagonist as she overcomes immense challenges. Susan Polgar’s victories aren’t just her own—they feel like victories for the reader too. But the most remarkable part? Every triumph in this book actually happened. Her battles for equality in a male-dominated chess world reshaped the game forever."―Alexandra Botez, chess YouTuber and influencer "Susan Polgar's journey from the depths of Cold War Hungary to the highest reaches of professional chess is as riveting as it is inspiring. Before her improbable rise, it was taken as scientific fact that women were incapable of excellence in the game of chess. Time and again, Susan proved them wrong. This is no mere memoir. Rebel Queen is the origin story of a real-life superhero."―Gal Gadot “As the first autobiography by a top female chess champion in history, Rebel Queen is the fascinating and magical story of a tiny Hungarian girl, growing up in the repressive Soviet era, who sets out from the age of three to become the greatest chess master in the world--and she succeeds! Susan Polgar’s fascinating and colorful insider view of her interactions and private friendships with some of the chess greats of the century--(from Boris Spassky to Bobby Fischer) is invaluable. This wonderfully recounted memoir will inspire readers to feel empowered to seek their own path to their vision and their dream.”―Katherine Neville, NY Times, USA Today, and #1 internationally bestselling author of The Eight and The Fire "This is a brilliant self-portrait of a young woman of enormous talent and exacting intelligence figuring out her place in the world. Hungary has a rich intellectual tradition, producing many influential thinkers, scientists, and artists. Grandmaster Susan Polgar is an important part of that tradition. In Rebel Queen, she provides a fascinating look into the experimental educational techniques that made her a champion. Her life should serve as inspiration for many generations to come."―Diana Picasso, art historian, co-founder of Mene 24K Gold Jewelry and granddaughter of Pablo Picasso @alexandrabotez @itsandreabotez @WOMChess @OnTheQueenside @FIDE_chess