"The Chessmen of Mars" follows Tara of Helium, the courageous daughter of John Carter, who is kidnapped and taken across the deadly landscapes of Barsoom. Amid living statues, fierce warriors, and bizarre cultures, she must rely on her intelligence and bravery to survive. As allies and enemies emerge, Tara confronts captivity, identity, and honor in a perilous journey through one of Mars's most dangerous realms.