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This anthology wasn't very good, I won't lie.

I'm not sure if any of these authors are actually disabled but based on the content I hope not. It strikes me like they just did some basic research about being in a wheelchair/ I was very disappointed because it made the disabled look like undesirable/pathetic people with no hope at a chance for a normal life until some random hot person miraculously took a liking to them.

A few of the stories could've been really good if they created some depth to the characters.


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Accessible Love Stories Christy Leight Stewart Ruth Madison Jess Gulbranson Amanda Dier DC Graham Esther Day 9781105605345 Books Reviews

I shouldn't have expected too much, but even going in with little hope to find decent fiction, I was appalled at the total lack of dignity given to ANY of the disabled characters in this collection of short stories. I was completely insulted that the formula was exactly the same in each story, as if there was only one way caricature of a disabled person.

The caricature disabled people are sexually inexperienced, see themselves as sexless, are dumbfounded when the leading man/lady develops romantic feelings, and then there's the whole 'noble cripple' who hates pity and pushes the love interest away in order to spare them. The family members of the disabled caricatures are similarly stereotyped the overbearing mother, the absent father who 'couldn't deal' with raising a disabled child and splits.

Don't even get me started on the factual errors either; there are too many to list. I'll only list one the character who starts walking 4 years after her spinal cord injury!

Yes I understand this is schmaltzy love story stuff, but the author says that there aren't enough real love stories about disabled people. I could not agree more!
This compilation of stories is absolutely divine. Each section has heart, tenderness and its own soul. I would be enthralled if a volume two would appear soon. Read this book, you will not regret it.
Accessible Love Stories (Christy Leigh Stewart)

A very original well written thought provoking read. I am a big fan of Christy Leigh Stewart, so when I saw this book I knew I had to read it. I was not disappointed. This is a book of short (love) stories told through the voices of disabled people, with emotions and feelings. It brought knowledge to the reader of a little bit of what it feels like to live life in a wheel chair. It shows the reader that "disabled" people are just regular people, not delicate flowers or an injured puppy to feel pity (for them). Each story shows how a "non-abled" person can and does lead a normal life, filled with love, romance, and lust as well.

I loved this concept, Ms. Stewart introduced me to new Authors, who are just as talented and who just happen to be disabled them-self. I hope to see more from these Authors, I am sure as I write this Christy is working on her next masterpiece!
I was almost appalled by this book. The stories gave virtually no dignity to the disabled individuals and stereotyped them badly. Then what is with the miraculous ability to walk after four years in a chair? That was so unrealistic I almost stopped reading. I had so much time invested in reading the book I felt obligated to finish, hoping it would get better.

The sad thing about this book is that it was well written. I just couldn't get over the formulaic stereotypes that were being slung around in each and every story.

I'm a sucker for a love story, especially in the face of adversity, and I really really wanted to like this book, but I just couldn't bring myself to do it.

But this is just one girl's opinion. You may find the stories more enjoyable than me.
I really enjoyed Accessible Love Stories. Each story features a character in a wheelchair, and whether gay or straight, their stories of love are honest, real, and human. Each author gives us a glimpse into her/his world, into a new perspective, and into a unique, thought-provoking story.

Already a fan of Christy Leigh Stewart's, I was swept up by the tale she wove in "Bad Hotel Art". Her writing always makes me smile. Another favorite story was "Meet Cutie" by D.C. Graham. I not only enjoyed the solid writing, but weeks later, I'm still thinking about the ending. Another favorite was "Fire on Babylon" by Amanda Dier. Her characters drew me in and made me care about their happiness. Truly, each author in this anthology brings something special.

The characters in Accessible Love Stories have challenges that many of us never think about because we haven't had to do so. I love that this book was published and I hope that it is followed by many more books like this that include wonderful, interesting people that we don't always meet in books. Kudos to the authors and publishers. Bring on the next book!
This anthology wasn't very good, I won't lie.

I'm not sure if any of these authors are actually disabled but based on the content I hope not. It strikes me like they just did some basic research about being in a wheelchair/ I was very disappointed because it made the disabled look like undesirable/pathetic people with no hope at a chance for a normal life until some random hot person miraculously took a liking to them.

A few of the stories could've been really good if they created some depth to the characters.