A really enjoyable tale, True to how Xena and Gabrielle's characters were in the series. :-) - Anonymous - Nov-19-2007   

As always with all your stories, it is excellent. - dms_143 - Feb-16-2008   

Short but very sweet X and G tale. This one will definitely put a smile on your face. - Anonymous - May-22-2008   

wonderful story!! perfect for a mushy romantic such as myself. thank you. - TrueTor - Sep-14-2009   

One of the very best authors to come out of the xenaverse. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

That was a great little tale that will definetly leave you with a smile on your face. - uber goober - Oct-06-2010   

A very nice story. Great job - sassy123 - Sep-20-2011   

This author has a lot of stories under her belt that are all well worth reading and this one is no exception. According to Lunacy it won the top spot in the 2nd Xenite Bard Contest. After reading it you will know why. As the teaser says, the story revolves around Artemis losing her Godhood, a verdict handed down by Zeus for her violating protocol and saving the lives of her "children" - the Amazons - who were destined by the Fates to die during a sea storm. She enlists Xena and Gabrielle to help her regain her Godhood, in a hunt that leads all three to a place that will test their bravery, endurance and wisdom. I wasn't sure how BL Miller was going to get these 3 out of their quagmire but she succeeded which makes for a entertaining read. So, read it, you'll enjoy it. - kazy - Dec-07-2012   

Awwww, what a great, cute first time story. BL Miller is one of the best Xena bards and her stories still pack quite the punch all these years later. - Stacia - Mar-18-2014   

I really enjoyed the story. Rich businesswoman with no life but work meets poor girl very accently, literally. Definately sexual tension. - chanter - Feb 11th, 2004   

"Accidental Love" is my favourite uber story of all. I can't really say exactly what it is that makes it so good - it just works from start to finish. To not bore your audience at any point during almost 200 pages worth of story is an accomplishment in itself, but to create something so riveting, so heartwarming that you can't help but be moved to both tears and laughter, is truly amazing. If I had a hat, it would be off for you. You rule!Oh, and don't forget to check out some of Miller's other works, especially "Crystal's Heart". - Wolvie-DK - Apr 26th, 2004   

WOW... After reading this story it was actually hard to start reading anything else as I missed the characters so much. B L Miller brings the characters alive and you live with them through their heardships and better times. Wonderful, touching story that I did not stop reading (literally, I stayed up all night and till the next morning just reading the story.) Kudos! - Kat - Jul 12th, 2004   

"Accidental Love" by B.L. Miller is a must read for everyone. This is a book that I've read at least once each year since it was written and I absolutely love it. This to my estimation is the best story written by a bard. - Andie - Nov 7th, 2004   

i've read this story over a dozen times already.. it's what got me interested into reading other uber stories..its amazing how the characters play out in the story.excellent plot..you just gotta love ronie and rose..cant wait to read them again! a true classic love story .. did i say i love it alreadyyyy?? :) - asha - Aug 17th, 2005   

I just read this story for the seventh time. I recently bought Accidental Love for the second time, don't want to wear them out. If anyone hasn't read this yet, you are really, really missing out. My all-time favorite. BL has a way of drawing you into the story and keeping you there...hook, line and sinker. Great work BL! - Jeana - Aug 26th, 2005   

This is one rock solid story, one of the best in the xenaverse. Also check out BL's X&G stories, they are also very well done. - Sally - Aug 31st, 2005   

i love the story....i just read this story for the fifth time.the best story ever..a sequel a must plaese...soon i hope.... - grace faith - Feb 8th, 2006   

WOW, I've never read a love story like this. I give it 5 stars! You can tell for almost the beggining that these two women are sole mates! It's just wonderful. - AFW - Sep-13-2007   

This story is a must read. You will enjoy the character's development and will never get tired of reading this. - Anonymous - Feb-13-2008   

If you are looking for a good and well written romance, look no further. This is definitely one of those. - Ape - Jun-26-2008   

Really awesome story with great characters and such a great love story! Got to admit I shed a tear or two in some parts! Really worth a read - Melikins - Nov-15-2008   

For closeted out there, you can relate with this story big time...it moved me and I shed a tear or two as well. Amazing author...one of the best stories I read, very highly recommended. - mackdido - Nov-28-2008   

This story is indeed a fantastic read! :] - Miki - Jan-19-2009   

B.L. out did herself with this story. It is a MUST READ for everyone. It is so compelling and draws you in. It takes you through a wide spectrum of emotions. I don't believe it could have been done any better. Thank you B.L. - Diane - Jan-21-2009   

outstanding read. very well paced and utterly enjoyable. - g - Feb-04-2009   

To BL Miller only one word..'amazing'. Love the story, I can't help but to kept on reading it over and over again.
Thank you. - easteden - Mar-23-2009   

One of the best stories out there! - Anonymous - Mar-24-2009   

i like this story, very good..wow..... - hey - Mar-25-2009   

THE BEST OF THE BEST. I LOVE IT. - ISABEL - Apr-14-2009   

I cannot tell you how many times I have read this story since it was written. It is one of my favorite stories of all time. I wish the author would do a sequel just so we can see how the characters lives have gone on or what has Rose accomplished in the past 10 years or so. The story is so beautiful and I recommend it without hesitation. 3 thumbs up imo!!!! - K.LEWIS - Jun-04-2009   

Absolutely Fantastic Read... Definitely DO NOT MISS. - Texas_wild - Jun-05-2009   

Whatawonderful story. I read i like a thousand times! This story is really worthy of your time...One wishful thinking in my part though, I hope it will have a sequel to see their lives as lovers. Sigh...Tsk tsk tsk, nice! - Fan - Jun-09-2009   

Yes...yes... and more time yes... gotta read this... Best story ever....=D Sweet, lovely...perfect - FriikkiN - Jul-31-2009   

Excellent for those eternal romantics like me!!! - afrodita - Aug-04-2009   

This is one of my favorites by this extrodinary author. If you have not read it, you are sooo missing out. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

This is a sweet story. - Angelicrainbw - Oct-12-2009   

I read this story in one sitting, then read it again the following evening. A story of love that never gets old. Please keep writing! - xivren - Dec-07-2009   

A real page turner that keeps you wanting more - Wisper - Jan-20-2010   

this is a love story that touches the heart.. very well written.... - Anonymous - Jun-27-2010   

It's a shame that someone decided that it was ok to steal someone else's work. This story was truly an enjoyable read! - Anonymous - Jul-16-2010   

Nooooo!! This was one of my favorite stories to read! Stupid plagiarism! :'( - Anonymous - Jul-18-2010   

Yeah seriously! Here I was having my popcorn and soda and then I realize that plagiarism thing pops up. I get that people do steal your work, but give me a break! How the heck can you sit there and smile while you know that you sure as heck didn't write one single thing of the story! It's like cheating yourself.

Anyways I never read the story, but I'm sure it's darn good. I'll go buy every book BL Miller wrote then. - Dixie - Oct-19-2010   

Oh man! No way! grrrr... this was the story that started it all for me. dang! oh well, time to hit the bookstores and order a few BL Miller books. - Anonymous - Oct-24-2010   

Excellent story. I've lost count on how many times I've read this. A must read. Buy the book if you can't find a copy of it. It's well worth it. - Lyn B - Jan-04-2011   

You can find it at: http://web.archive.org/web/20090318214321/http://blmiller.net/accidental/al1.html - Logos - Jul-09-2011   

really good story.. loved the dynamics between the characters.. - xtra dog - Aug-23-2011   

What a great story. Nice job. - sassy123 - Sep-18-2011   

Read it so many times I've lost count. Also have the book and can't stop reading it. Awesome story! - Martie - Dec-30-2011   

I think since this is no longer able to be read online you should maybe...I dunno Take it down from here as well O.o - Anonymous - Jan-28-2012   

Great Read. It keeps your attention throughout the entire piece. One of my first reads of XWP fan-fictions, and it was all that one would want in a story. - Anonymous - Dec-15-2007   

Excellent story, very gripping. Although a bit gruesome at times, it serves the overall story very well. One of the first X/G fics I ever read, and I continue to have fond memories of it. - Anonymous - Dec-09-2009   

What a great and intense story. Loved it. - sassy123 - Nov-30-2010   

This was BL Miller's first attempt at Xena Fan Fiction back when Xena was still on TV in the early years and because of that, the plot had not been as formulaic as it became later with Xena and Gabrielle being forced to confront their feelings, a theme that is woven throughout a lot of Xena fan fiction, meaning first time stories, which I love. But because of BL's talent for romantic and passionate story telling, her stories are always very entertaining. Her debut writing style was received quite well as you can see from this riveting story and everyone looked forward to the next story she would write. She has a lot of winning stories under her belt and I recommend them all. The Cabin is an early classic. - kazy - Apr-21-2012   

Wow! Another barn-burner to lite your fire! Talk about hot. B.L., you do have a way with words! And I love them. - Diane - Jan-21-2009   

What can you say? It was a sexy sensual read due to BL Miller's style and pacing. Always an effective story teller. - kazy - Oct-20-2012   

Perfect pick me up for a cold afternoon! Cards anyone, indeed! - Stacia - Mar-18-2014   

Now this is a great story has everything a plot, battles naked Warriors and Bards and plenty of sex..one of the best first time descriptions to date!! A+ - solari - Jul 9th, 2002   

This was a nice read. Good characterizations, pretty healthy plot, angst, self-reflection...and a very big dose of love between our favorite heroines. Nicely done. - Car - Jan-01-2008   

An excellent first time story, with enthralling plot, action, lots of self-reflection, a good dose of sexual tension and a whole lot of XG loving. Great read! - AZL - Apr-11-2008   

Only a great bard like BL Miller could turn Charon into a somewhat loveable, nasty character. Fantastic plot with great humor along with enough darkness to really round out this tale. Fantastic read and a must read for XWP fans. - Stacia - Mar-18-2014   

FABULOUS!!! I`ll have to read it once a day at least! And I especially loved the dates being an aphrodisiac! DELICIOUS!!! - Magda J. - Mar 1st, 2004   

Great pacing! - absinthe angel 777 - Dec 12th, 2004   

Absolutely great! Loved reading it. :-) - The Fic Addict - Jan 3rd, 2005   

B L Miller you are the greatest! Another fav story. Must read for sure. - dms_143 - Feb-17-2008   

Great story. B.L. you are an excellent writer, very touching story! - Anonymous - Dec-22-2008   

Very nice smooth flowing story that gets you there! Well done B L. - Diane - Jan-21-2009   

Ouuuh ... yeah =) - FriikkiN - Jul-31-2009   

Wicked is right. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

This was a really nice written story! - Starry - Jul-07-2010   

A really great story. Good job - sassy123 - Sep-23-2010   

amazing... utterly and completely value the authors writing. please keep em coming! - Lisa Jane - Feb-14-2012   

Another entertaining and imaginative premise from BL Miller for a first time story. This time instead of characters from Xena's past, we get one from Gabrielle's. Very pleasant and relaxing read. No anxiety or stress related romance here. - kazy - Nov-28-2012   

Put simply, this is one of the best stories I've read in a long time. Crystal's transformation over the course of the book is wonderful to see. I recommend Crystal's Heart to anyone and everyone who can enjoy a beautiful love story. - J - Jul 23rd, 2005   

terrific story that though long, is worth reading right to the very end. Excellent Story but a excellent writer. I go back and read this story time and again. - Anonymous - Jun-02-2006   

Stories by BL Miller are those that will have you coming back to read time and time again. Crystal's Heart is a fantastic story, one which I urge you to read and challenge you not to like. If youre after a quick fluffy romance fic, then perhaps this isnt the right story for you at this particular time (come back later!). However, if youre after great character development and solid storytelling, and arent afraid to tackle some difficult issues, then fix yourself a cuppa and settle down for a very satisfying read.

For those of you who like a little blurb to pick your stories by Ive copied this from the authors site: Laura is a lesbian mystery writer, compulsively neat and wanting nothing more than to be left alone in peace and quiet as she fights a deadline. Crystal is a stripper, bent on self-destruction by whatever means possible. When Laura's friend Peter plays matchmaker along with rental agent, their worlds collide and things will never be the same.
- FoxFeather - Oct-16-2007   

WOWWWWWWWWWWW!!!!Very wonderful story,a must read!!!I read this delicious story and I can't stop until the end. BL Miller, you're the best!!!!!!!! - Leth Cross - Oct-18-2007   

Loved it! This story needs a sequel! - Nay-Nay - Jan-29-2008   

Another great story from B L Miller, the romance and story are excellent and the characters are well rounded. Loved how realistic therapy sessions were and the issues handled with tact and care. Read this now! - Melikins - Nov-15-2008   

B L Miller is a true artist. You can't go wrong with anything she writes. - offhermeds - Mar-24-2009   

I truly enjoy reading BL Miller stories. The story line is understandable, the words used is innocently clean and the love making scene....mmmmm makes me want to meet BL Miller personally..:) Crystal's Heart is highly recommended to all. - Easteden - Apr-20-2009   

Great characters and believable character development. A writer who really can write and develop a story. Give it a try, you won't regret it ... I haven't. - Anonymous - May-11-2009   

Great story! - Sara - May-19-2009   

This is an amazing author I came across years ago, and will always be one of my favorites. Talented doesn't do justice as a way to describe these stories. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

Wonderful - Angelicrainbw - Oct-12-2009   

I've been very impressed with your writings, and you haven't failed to deliver this time either. A well-written story that covers deep mental struggles and the transition from just existing to actually living. Another masterpiece from B L Miller. - xivren - Dec-07-2009   

B L Miller is an author of reference, for readers and for writers.
In this novel, she shows us again that she is one of the most talented writer when it comes to slowly and credibly build a relationship between characters.
But being a reference doesn't mean having said all, tried everything, not being able to please us again.
I hope nothing worrying is keeping her from going on writing. - M. D. - Feb-15-2010   

Too many people have taken liberties with her stories. Therefore we are unable to access them online anymore. - JettBlack - Mar-13-2011   

http://web.archive.org/web/20090302070611/http://blmiller.net/heart/Page1.html - Anonymous - Aug-05-2011   

definitely a hurt/comfort story.. lots of angst and anger.. well written.. - extra dog - Aug-23-2011   

What a great story. Nice job - sassy123 - Sep-20-2011   

I rediscovered this story recently and read it again. It's a wonderful read. The characters are complex and like with all of the author's work it's a joy to see the story unfold. Very powerful. It's well worth buying. Highly recommended:-) - Lyn B - Sep-27-2011   

The rift in Season Three of Xena is, in my opinion, one of the areas of the canon that everyone seems to try to avoid. And there are few other areas that merit the writing of more fan fiction. This is a rift story that really gets it right. The angst, the sadness, the guilt... and not to mention the makeup sex. B.L. has always been one of my favorite writers, and this story is one of the best examples of her deep understanding of human emotions. I'd give it an 11 if I could. - Xenamungrrr - Mar-23-2009   

Loved it. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

http://www.academyofbards.org/fanfic/b/blmiller_guiltloveforgive.html - Anonymous - Jul-30-2011   

nice read.. - xtra dog - Mar-08-2014   

Too good. B.L. Miller really is the master of tension and angst. - Xenamungrrr - Mar-23-2009   

Read it, another excellent story. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

Great story. Well done. - sassy123 - Dec-02-2010   

okay, i've read this one a long while ago.. and there is one thing that's just never sat right with me..

***SPOILER ALERT***
x told eph she didn't want g to have to go through the ordeal of testifying at the trial.. so she claims to be guilty.. why didn't eph tell x that g would still have to be put on the stand when determining the proper sentence? doesn't she owe that much (honesty) to x? and to g? why would she put both of her friends through that? - xtra dog - Mar-07-2014   

Amazing. The characters have been captured perfectly, and more than once I found myself becoming misty eyed. Astonishing that such a touching story could be born of such a horrific start. Absolutely wonderful. - Kelspook - Sep-18-2006   

This is such an emotionally gripping story. Even if your not a fan of the show, you will not be disappointed. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

Great job. - sassy123 - Dec-02-2010   

xxz2OW comment5 - http://shopinq.com/ - Jan-11-2012   

This has been and always will be one of my favorites. Cant' tell you how many times I have come back and read this one. You can't help but love BL's stories. - cpo - Sep-04-2013   

can't believe i've never commented on this story before.. i've read all the stories by this bard posted on this site.. this was my favorite x&g story by this bard.. very fragile and still strong in the love department..

- xtra dog - Mar-08-2014   

a lire absolument, l'amour plus fort que tout

- Anonymous - Apr-09-2015   

Excuse me while I go and get a cold shower!! - dms_143 - Feb-17-2008   

Very good!! I loved it, one of my favourite first time stories!!!! B L Miller is an awesome writer! - Jemma - Aug-31-2008   

I Think, i have to go and get my girlfriend and drag her to bedroom just about right now! WOW hot story! - Heidi - Dec-20-2008   

Hot & Sexxy. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

Hello, I blame this author for the extra money I had to pay for the amount of water I spend on cold showers. Good grief if this got any hotter my computer would catch on fire. - Anonymous - Dec-12-2009   

Great story, well done. - sassy123 - Dec-02-2010   

Just plain hot!!!! - Starry - Aug-15-2011   

This is BL Miller's most erotic story. The situation and positions that she places her characters in this set up will melt you into a puddle of liquid fire. I also loved the whole unconventional "first time" premise for this story. Kinky. Thumbs up. - kazy - Feb-15-2013   

This is one of the first fanfiction I read and, it made me want to read more all these years. I loved this story. - purplehawke - Jan-08-2009   

This is such a great story by an author who should have more recommendations. Read these stories you'll thank me my fellow xena lovers. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

This story is so good. It moves so rapidly, you won't be able to put it down. BL Miller once again tells such a moving, heart rendering story, portraying a rigid and domineering Xena who caves in emotionally over Gabrielle's pain and suffering. While Xena certainly feels frustration over her inability to solve the problem of Gabrielle's loss of her voice, it's Gabrielle's emotional state, her mental decline, that tears Xena apart, that makes her feel utterly helpless and drives her into the depths of despair. Compounding all this anguish, there's the element of their very survival that, in BL Miller's set up, Gabrielle seems to be the sole provider of bringing in the drachmas that allow them to purchase supplies through her storytelling and her bartering talent for getting the cheapest price on the goods they need. Unable to do so, their circumstances grow more pitiful even with the help of friends. But it's Xena's desperation not to lose Gabrielle that is at the heart of this story (and many other BL Miller's romances). This was a very touching and passionate rendering of Xena's deep and determined love and the lengths she will go to for Gabrielle. Recommended reading, most definitely. Once again Ares is up to no good and always seems to be the source of their pain and misery. You'd think he'd learn by now - HE IS A GOD. I would love to read the Olympian Gods' rule book on what the Gods can't and can do to mortals. It keeps changing depending on what story you read. - kazy - Feb-18-2013   

i love all b l miller's stories.. this one is no exception.. i could totally believe how having to remain silent would be extreme hardship for our favorite bard.. - xtra dog - Mar-07-2014   

Nicely written, entertaining story with a generous dash of angst and heart-ache. - Anonymous - Jan 24th, 2005   

Hmm - I had a comment on this story, but it seems to have disappeared. Let's try this again. This is an entertaining and nicely written story (as you can expect from Miller) with a generous dash of angst and heart-ache (also pretty much expected from Miller :). Give this a go and keep at it till the end! All's well that ends well :). - Anonymous - Jan 24th, 2005   

Another great piece of work by this author. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

Nice story. Great job. - sassy123 - Dec-02-2010   

Great read from beginning to end. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

this story is linked to 'the hostage'.. it's not exactly a follow-up, but you will appreciate this one better if you read that one first.. - xtra dog - Mar-09-2014   

If you love xena and this author, you can not go wrong. This is one that I can re-read over and over. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

I really loved this story. Great job writing it - sassy123 - Sep-17-2010   

Loved this story. Great job. - sassy123 - Dec-02-2010   

i read this story about 2 years ago.. and i remember loving g's insight in x's abilities and hence her careful planning.. - xtra dog - Mar-07-2014   

You can read the story here http://www.academyofbards.org/fanfic/b/blmiller_ulyssesrevisited.html - Alyssa - Apr-04-2015