Great Travel Memoir: Review of Vodka and Apple Juice by Jay Martin

Great Travel Memoir: Review of Vodka and Apple Juice by Jay Martin

After a decade heading up a high-profile, high pressure government job in Canberra, Jay Martin is ready for a sea change.

So, when her diplomat husband, Tom, announces he’s been offered a three-year placement in Warsaw, Jay is more than ready to say ‘yes.’ As revealed in her candid memoir, Vodka and Apple Juice, Jay’s so keen to leave the stress of Canberra and enjoy some new adventures, she would pack her bags on the spot if she could.

Fast forward eighteen months, and Jay and Tom are about to leave for Poland. The contents of their home are in cardboard boxes, their car has been sold and their official passports have arrived. It’s time to wave Canberra goodbye and before she knows it, Jay is sitting, drinking a cappuccino with Tom in Warsaw’s Old Town Square, in awe at the dramatic shift her life has taken.

And what a life it is. Having decided to take a break from work, Jay throws herself into her new role as a diplomat’s wife, and is swept up into a whirlwind of fancy cocktail parties, ambassadorial shenanigans and lots of invitations to events with odd-sounding names (Norwegian Salmon Day or British Pear Afternoon, anyone?)

But life in Poland proves more of an adjustment than Jay expected. Poland itself often doesn’t make sense: vegetarian pizzas come with pork, and shop assistants never have any change, for example. Before long, Jay begins to struggle with her newfound identity as a supportive wife. When Jay’s relationship with Tom begins to crumble, she begins to regret ever having left Canberra. Can she find her feet in her new home, and save her marriage? It’s a big challenge, even for Jay, the most intrepid of travellers.

Recounting her three years as a diplomat’s wife in Warsaw, Vodka and Apple Juice is a delightful and moving new memoir by Jay Martin. Jay is a deeply likeable narrator, freely acknowledging the privilege of her situation while also writing honestly about the difficulties of her life in Poland. Her candour and wit make Vodka and Apple Juice an endlessly engaging read.

It’s fun, too – and fascinating – to follow Jay as she sets out to learn more about her new home. Her ongoing quest to learn Polish, despite its many grammatical eccentricities, is charmingly and humorously chronicled, and Jay’s unwavering willingness to immerse herself in new cultural experiences means the book is filled with lovely anecdotes about trips to lesser-known parts of Poland. Through Jay’s eyes, we’re treated to a deftly-observed portrait of the country, in all its quirky, wonderful and sometimes baffling glory.

In documenting her struggles as a diplomat’s wife in Vodka and Apple Juice, Jay examines what it really means for an independent, working woman to suddenly find herself defined by her husband’s job. Setting itself apart from other travel memoirs, Vodka and Apple Juice prompts reflection on identity, belonging and personal choice.

If you enjoyed Sarah Turnbull’s Almost French, Elizabeth Gilbert’s Eat, Pray, Love or Cheryl Strayed’s Wild, pick up Vodka and Apple Juice. You won’t be disappointed.

About the author:

Jay Martin grew up in Melbourne and lived in the UK, Vietnam, India, Japan and Perth before moving to Canberra, where she worked as a social policy advisor and inadvertently married a diplomat. While in Poland, Jay worked as a freelance writer for Australian and European publications, volunteered at the Warsaw Uprising Museum and baked one decent chocolate cake. She came to understand snow and vodka, but never, really, pickled herring. Jay lives in Alberta, Canada, with her husband.

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                      Publisher details

                      Vodka And Apple Juice
                      Author
                      Jay Martin
                      Publisher
                      Fremantle Press
                      Genre
                      Non Fiction
                      Released
                      03 September, 2018
                      ISBN
                      9781925591316

                      Synopsis

                      When Jay’s husband lands a diplomatic job in Warsaw, she jumps at the opportunity to escape her predictable life in Canberra for a three-year adventure in the heart of central Europe.Jay shelves her corporate wardrobe and throws herself into life as a diplomatic wife. Between glamorous cocktail parties and ambassadorial shenanigans, Jay sets out to get to know quirky, difficult, fascinating Poland, with its impenetrable language and sometimes unfathomable customs.It’s a challenge even for an intrepid traveller with a willing heart. Not to mention a marriage that increasingly doesn’t look as if it will survive its third Polish winter.
                      Jay Martin
                      About the author

                      Jay Martin

                      Jay Martin grew up in Melbourne and lived in the UK, Vietnam, India, Japan and Perth before moving to Canberra, where she worked as a social policy adviser and inadvertently married a diplomat. While in Poland, Jay worked as a freelance writer for Australian and European publications, volunteered at the Warsaw Uprising Museum and baked one decent chocolate cake. She came to understand snow and vodka, but never, really, pickled herring. Jay currently lives with her husband in Alberta, Canada.

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                      1. Smith says:

                        This sounds like an exciting and refreshing change for Jay Martin! Moving from the pressures of a high-profile government job in Canberra to the adventure of living in Warsaw must have been both exhilarating and challenging. Her memoir, Maderira vidamar resort and Apple Juice, seems like a fascinating read for anyone curious about expat life, cultural shifts, and the personal transformations that come with such a bold move. Can’t wait to dive into her story!

                      2. Jessica says:

                        The way Martin intertwines personal anecdotes with vivid descriptions of her travels makes you feel like you’re right there with her, navigating the highs and lows of her adventures. Her honesty and wit shine through every page, making it impossible to put down. This book is a beautiful reminder of how travel can transform us and help us find our place in the world. where to stay in Cinque terre

                      3. hipo says:

                        What an exciting journey! It must have been such a huge shift moving from Canberra to Warsaw. The change of pace, the different cultural experiences—it sounds like Jay is really embracing her new life. Plus, all the interesting events she gets to attend! I’d love to read more about her adventures! social bookmarks

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                        The image of them sipping cappuccinos in Warsaw’s Old Town Square, surrounded by history and beauty, perfectly captures the magic of taking risks and stepping into the unknown. It’s a reminder that life’s most transformative moments often come from daring to make big leaps. Cheers to their courage and the exciting new chapter ahead! Eco-Friendly Tours

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                        This is such a fascinating glimpse into Jay’s life! I love how she captures the excitement and nerves of moving to a completely new country. Warsaw sounds like a beautiful place to start this new chapter, especially with moments like sipping cappuccinos in Old Town Square. It really shows how adventurous life can be when you embrace opportunities, and I think her story would inspire anyone feeling nervous about major life changes.Sustainable travel

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                      64. mikon says:

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