Master your tactics with the French Defense. This book brings you 1000 real-game puzzles from the French Defense, focused on the 1200-1800 Elo range. Every position comes from the opening or early middlegame, so you practice the pawn structures and setups that matter most. If you feel comfortable in the opening but struggle to convert that advantage into middlegame success, these puzzles will bridge the gap. By training on the tactical shots that often decide games, you’ll sharpen your vision and avoid common mistakes. What you’ll get inside: • 1000 carefully selected puzzles from real French Defense games • Training designed for 1200-1800 Elo players • A balance of tactical themes: mates, winning tactics, traps, and in-between moves • Both sides of the opening — improve whether you play the French Defense or fight against it • A clear path to sharpen your calculation and tactical awareness This volume is part of the Tactics by Opening series, built to help players improve quickly and effectively. Practical, focused, and directly applicable to your games.