Victoria Coombes ‘Wive of…’

We welcome local author Victoria Coombes on the release of her new book, where she will give a talk about the novel, which will also be available to purchase.

“Wife of…” by Victoria Coombes shines light on military wive’ untold stories…

In her captivating memoir Wife of…, Victoria Coombes takes readers on a journey through her early life as the spouse of a British Army officer in the 1960s and ‘70s. From the official married quarters of West Germany to the trials and triumphs of navigating a male-dominated military culture, this book offers a heartfelt and humorous account from a rarely told perspective.

Drawing on personal experiences and contributions from fellow military wives, Coombes brings to life the challenges and joys of an uncertain lifestyle. “Accepting a marriage proposal from a military man was a step into the unknown” reflects Coombes. The title, Wife of…, is inspired by the British Army’s system to define women by their husbands’ rank and name, symbolizing the identity struggles faced by military spouses of the era.

Structured as a blend of memoir and cultural history, Wife of… delves into diverse aspects of military life, including the rank system, the unique challenges of childbirth in army facilities, and the fellowship of wives’ clubs.

Victoria Coombes’ Wife of… is more than a memoir; it is a tribute to the women who, behind the scenes, played an essential and unsung role in supporting their families and communities under extraordinary circumstances.

DATE:

Saturday 12^th April 2025
10 am – 12 noon

External link to Amazon book purchase page:

https://amzn.eu/d/fkJPOp5