Drills Thrills and Spills – An Army Wife’s Tales | Life as an Indian Army Wife | Memoir of Military Culture | Soldier’s Life

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Parampara. Pratishtha. Anushasan. For Jyoti Mamgain, these famous words uttered by Amitabh Bachchan in Mohabbatein, defining the ethos of an all-boys’ school, seemed like these were penned to describe the world she had entered into, the Indian Army, by virtue of her marriage to an army man.

In these delightful vignettes, the author introduces us to little-known aspects of life behind the cantonment walls. It’s a world that flummoxes her with cryptic messages like ‘sab Tik Tok hai’ and ‘guarding the igloo’ (in the searing heat of the Indian plains). Where wives of army personnel are veritable ichhadharis, shape-shifting beings, who can take on multiple avatars over the course of a day. Where a ‘black box’ takes on an entirely different meaning. It is also a world that unfolds scenarios that never cease to surprise her even after all these years – for example, the quiet, shy lance naik at the billing counter transforming into an Ed Sheeran and Kishore Kumar at a cocktail party.

Quirky and fun, Drills, Thrills and Spills: An Army Wife’s Tales brings together two disparate worlds and demonstrates how what emerges from the collision is a whole new experience that exemplifies ‘method in madness’. Or should that be madness in the method?

From the Publisher

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Om Books International; Standard Edition (18 January 2025); Om Books International, 107 Ansari Road, Daryaganj, New Delhi-110002, India, Tel.(11) 4000 9000, Fax, (11) 23278091, sales@ombooks.com
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 216 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9363956806
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9363956803
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 190 g
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.5 cm
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ India
Net Quantity ‏ : ‎ 1 Piece
Importer ‏ : ‎ Om Books International, 107 Ansari Road, Daryaganj, New Delhi-110002, India, Tel.(11) 4000 9000, Fax, (11) 23278091, sales@ombooks.com
Packer ‏ : ‎ Om Books International, 107 Ansari Road, Daryaganj, New Delhi-110002, India, Tel.(11) 4000 9000, Fax, (11) 23278091, sales@ombooks.com
Generic Name ‏ : ‎ Humour Book

Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Story of the unsung heroes behind the uniform…. Must read book.
Review: Drills, Thrills, and Spills is a heartfelt and captivating memoir that offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the life of an army officer’s wife. Mrs Jyoti Mamgain takes readers on an emotional journey, tracing her experiences from the early days of courtship to the challenges and triumphs of married life in the armed forces. It is a Story of Love, Resilience, and Adaptation.The book beautifully captures the essence of a military spouse’s life – one filled with uncertainty, adventure, and sacrifices. Mrs Jyoti Mamgain’s storytelling is infused with warmth and humour, making her personal experiences relatable even to those outside the forces. She vividly describes the excitement of falling in love, the pride of being part of a larger mission, and the hardships that come with frequent relocations, long separations, and unexpected hurdles.Through her words, we would get a firsthand account of the strength it takes to support a spouse in uniform, while also building one’s own identity. The emotional highs and lows are depicted with honesty, making the book an inspiring read for military families and civilians alike.Whether you are part of the armed forces community or just someone who loves an inspiring story, this book will leave you with admiration for the unsung heroes behind the uniform. A must read book!!!!

Reviewer: RISHABH kumar
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A must read book
Review: This book offers a delightful and insightful glimpse into life as an Indian Army wife. From social gatherings to adjusting to frequent relocations, the book highlights the resilience and adaptability required in a soldier’s family.What makes this book particularly enjoyable is its lighthearted yet heartfelt tone, making it relatable not only to military families but also to civilians curious about army life.A charming and entertaining memoir that celebrates the joys and trials of an army wife’s life. Highly recommended for those who enjoy real-life stories with humor and heart.

Reviewer: akshaya
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Fun and light read
Review: I just finished reading the book, and it’s amazing! It beautifully captures the journey of an army wife into the army fraternity in a lighthearted and entertaining way. It’s witty, funny, and incredibly relatable. As a fauji wife, I found so many moments that resonated deeply—things I thought were unique to my experience but are actually universal in fauj.Even for an outsider, it’s an honest yet fun and engaging read. Definitely a must-try if you are looking for something light and uplifting!

Reviewer: Kshitij
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Must Read
Review: The book is a quick read full of short stories based on real life experiences of a fauji wife.I think it beautifully brings out all the facets of a fauji life, which no one other than a uniformed personnel experiences, in crisp and brief manner.A must read book, it’ll make you laugh, it’ll make you shed a tear at times, it’ll surprise you at places and it’ll make you feel strong & confident as well.Most importantly, it makes you realise that Army Officers and their families are also human beings like everyone else who sacrifice a chunk of their life in various different ways. So show some respect.

Reviewer: Viji B
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Refreshing read.
Review: Book has such a fun language! I loved each and every chapter of the book. It almost felt like a friend is narrating the stories in a fun way. It is really refreshing to read about this side of Army.

Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Amazing book
Review: It’s an amazing read ..with generous sprinkle of humour . Author has done a tremendous job.. in explaining.. the journey of an Army officer’s wife effortlessly. Looking forward for more such books.

Reviewer: Rashmi
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Anecdotes are amazing
Review: Amazing book..worth reading

Reviewer: Simmi Mehra
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A book written with a golden heart!!
Review: It’s a book to which you are hooked … its addictive till the end . Beautifully summarised the struggle and never give up attitude of a fauji family.Makes you smile often at their adaptabilty to find fun and humour in every situation . Highly recommended .

4.5

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