Elizabeth Harmon (Beth)

Beth Harmon is a fictional character from Walter Tevis's novel "The Queen's Gambit," later adapted into a popular Netflix miniseries. Born in 1948, Beth Harmon is a chess prodigy whose talent and ambition propel her from orphanhood to international acclaim in the male-dominated world of competitive chess. Her journey is marked by triumphs, struggles with addiction, and a relentless pursuit of excellence in a game that becomes both her passion and her escape. Beth Harmon's story captivates audiences with its exploration of genius, identity, and the price of success in a challenging era.

It's an entire world of just 64 squares. I feel safe in it. I can control it; I can dominate it. And it's predictable. So, if I get hurt, I only have myself to blame.

– Beth