No Looking Back

by Shivani Gupta

Shivani Gupta has been a survivor of two not one accidents. The first one when she was twenty-two years old and left her bedridden for quite sometime. The second one was after she got married which left her unable to walk and was responsible for the loss of her husband and father-in-law’s lives. Gupta didn’t give up on life even after these major car crashes. She now trying to bring to the notice of people the difficulties the disabled face in our country. She brought it upon herself to create awareness and is now one of the best accessibility consultants in India. No Looking Back : A True Story is a truly inspiring story which will make you stand up and want to do something for others.

264 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2014

Reviews

[Tarini Mohan · Rating 5 out of 5]

‘No Looking Back’ by Shivani Gupta is a poignant memoir that deeply resonated with me. Gupta skillfully weaves a life of noteworthy, tumultuous events into a compelling narrative, demonstrating her ability to condense a complex journey with the end reader in mind. The memoir puts the concept of loss into perspective, allowing readers to attribute their own interpretations of life’s meaning to their own philosophy of life. While the memoir excels in showing rather than telling, delving into loss as a concept, a bit more direct insight into the human experience would have enhanced the narrative. Nonetheless, Shivani Gupta delivers a captivating, thought-provoking read—one that inspires action.
This story will, undoubtedly, stay with me for a long time to come. Hats off to the author.

[Sucharita · Rating 4 out of 5]

A moving and very inspiring story of Shivani who became a tetraplegic after an accident at the age of 22. The book chronicles her journey, starting from the hospital bed to her struggle to lead an independent life. Shivani discovers an interest and passion for helping to make the environment more accessible for persons with disabilities, finds the love of her life, goes on to found Access Ability along with her husband and is recognised with many awards for her achievements. What I really find inspiring is that despite many heart breaking incidents in her life, never gives up and keeps on moving forward.

[Indiabookstore · Rating 4 out of 5]

She typed this book with just one finger…. as it was the only one usable after the second accident. Read the full review: http://www.indiabookstore.net/bookish...

[Aruna Kumar Gadepalli · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very thought provoking book for me. Inspires to learn and do what one believes in.