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Does Sally Rooney get chess right in her new book?

Sally Rooney’s much anticipated new novel ‘Intermezzo’ is set in the world of competitive c...

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14.10 20 Sep 2024


Does Sally Rooney get chess right in her new book?


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14.10 20 Sep 2024


Sally Rooney’s much anticipated new novel ‘Intermezzo’ is set in the world of competitive chess. But, how does it compare to the real scene?

Joining Seán to discuss is Mark Watkins, Treasurer of Cork Chess Club, who has been analysing the book for the Irish Examiner.

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