When I picked this book on @netgalley it was because of the title and the fact that it was a memoir about disability that made me pick it. But once I got into reading it, and found out that the author was on The Bachelor, my love of reality tv also made this book a winner!

In The Deaf Girl @abigail_heringer tells her life story growing up as one of two deaf children in her family. Both Abigail and her sister Rachel have cochlear implants and can read lips. Abigail shares her journey learning how to communicate with others, the challenges of learning to adjust to hearing in different environments and how she learned to self-advocate. She also shares perspectives of the Deaf community, some misconceptions the general public have about hearing loss and Cochlear Implants (and disability in general), as well as what it was like being the one deaf person in a lot of situations even though she grew up with a deaf family member and went to schools where she was very much a part of the Deaf/deaf community. Of course the final section of the book also looked at her time on The Bachelor and The Bachelor in Paradise and what things were like behind the scenes and being deaf in a house full of people all vying for the spotlight.

I really enjoyed this memoir, and even watched a bit of #thebachelor to see her season and see what Abigail was really like on TV. I think she is a fantastic role model for young women and people with disabilities, as well as a great advocate for disability rights and awareness. Throughout the story she demonstrates the importance of being true to yourself and being proud of who you are.

I did find the writing style a tiny bit juvenile or simplistic at times, especially earlier on in the story when Abigail was writing about her childhood and even before she was born. This could be because she was writing about a time that she couldn't remember or it could just be her writing style as a debut author. As the book went on I found the writing style improved a bit and was easier to read and connect with. It was still a great book, but I think the author's voice really came through about 2/3rds of the way in.

This would be a great read for anyone who wants to know a bit more about disability advocacy and representation, as well as bachelor fans! It is a fairly light and quick read, but also gives you lots to think about! I would definitely recommend it, and would like to thank @sourcebooks for the chance to read and review it! The Deaf Girl is out September 10!

I was immediately drawn to this memoir because I remember Abigail as one of the sweetest and most authentic people to ever grace The Bachelor. Her story was inspiring and she made such a big impression on me. Her memoir was just so readable and I loved hearing her story. Her struggle with her deafness, especially on such a public forum, had us rooting for her. This story was super interesting and I really enjoyed hearing about her time on The Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise. While I think the book could have been a little better written, I really couldn’t put it down (which is incredibly rare in a memoir format). I highly recommend this one! Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for sharing a copy of this with me in exchange for an honest review!

I knew I was going to love this one! I’ve been following Abigail’s journey since The Bachelor and love how she uses her platform to educate - and this book is an extension of that. I enjoyed reading about her family’s experiences to getting cochlear implants, and her mom’s commitment to supporting her daughters. Abigail’s journey to self discovery was full of ups and downs, and she’s vulnerable and honest through it all. The book had a perfect combination of pre-Bachelor and Bachelor days. Of course, I fangirled all over those behind the scenes moments and swooned over her relationship with Noah.

Thank you Sourcebooks and NetGalley for this ARC!

I’m a huge bachelor/bachelorette fan and was very intrigued by Abigail when she was on the show. I was so eager to hear her story and learn more about her, so when I saw this book I was very excited. However, I felt like this work could have used more editing and help from a publisher- I wanted more. For being called the deaf girl, it didn’t have as much depth to the story as I hope but instead felt very repetitive and surface level. This is nothing against her as a writer, I just wanted more. I feel like I learned more from hearing about her sister than I did her own story. It’s not bad but it just expected and wanted more. I’m thankful for the opportunity to read an early copy!

Cute book and easy read. I loved learning about Abigail growing up and finding herself before learning about all the bachelor details. I just wish there was more to read!

I received a free ebook from Netgalley in exchange for fair and an unbiased review. I have watched the Bachelor since the beginning. I liked the author on the Bachelor. I really like biographies. I have had an interest in deaf culture.

I had low expectations for the book. It really grabbed my attention. I finished the book in 2 days. I was interested in what the author had to say.

It is a very easy to read book. It is a positive and uplifting book. Everyone has a story. Everyone deals with stuff. What the author deals with is put in a realistic life aspect. The book is very human and heartwarming.

I feel like this book is for almost everyone. It deals with living an authentic life. It deals with being vulnerable. I think these to aspects are difficult for most of us.

I would really like to see the author in person. When's the book tour? Thank you to the author and Netgalley for such an inspiring and beautiful book.

Omg, I already loved Abigail from her time on the Bachelor and through her instagram but this book made me love her even more! I also love that this is a true memoir of her life, even before her life even began with her sister's story, But don't worry, the last half of the book includes her bachelor and bachelor in paradise story too. I loved it all. While my disability is much more ignorable, I totally related to just wanting to be normal and never asking for accommodations lest you bring attention to your differentness. Loved her ability to be vulnerable with us and her journey to getting to that place.

And of course I ate up all the bachelor stuff. I already considered her and Noah to be my fave bachelor nation couple the behind the scenes details we didn't get to see just make me love them more.

Highly recommend!

This memoir is about Abigail, the first deaf person to appear on 'The Bachelor'. She shares her story of being deaf and coping with it. Abigail has cochlear implants. I found this memoir to be an excellent read. Thanks to the publishers and NetGalley for giving me an opportunity to read this memoir and do a review.