BY EASTERN WINDOWS : A Biographical Novel: (The true story of a young officer in India at a time when Bombay was beautiful). (Macquarie Series Book 1)

Set in the beauty of Scotland, the magic of India, and the hostility of China, peopled with memorable characters of all races.

BY EASTERN WINDOWS is the story of a young British officer, Lachlan Macquarie, who is posted to India where he meets Jane Jarvis, a young girl from the Caribbean – different, exotic and exciting – who becomes the greatest love and the greatest tragedy of his life … While back in Scotland, Elizabeth Campbell can’t forget the young lieutenant whom she loved on first sight, even though she was only twelve at the time. Now she is growing, and still wondering about him.

It is also the story of the young soldiers who travelled with Lachlan to India, far from home, serving their king in a country they came to love, while coping with the complex differences between East and West.

“By Eastern Windows is an engaging story on many levels. Browne writes in lush detail and flowing narrative, evoking the people, places, and cultures of Europe, India, and China in the late 18th century. Lachlan is an admirable protagonist, a young man of dependable and steadfast character, well-liked by those under his command as well as those he serves. The plot introduces a cast of characters which crosses cultural and religious lines and frankly acknowledges the racial prejudices and restrictive sex roles of the time. Browne displays great skill in expressing the subtleties of human emotions, from the tenderest passion to the deepest grief. Lachlan will experience both. Highly recommended. I look forward to reading the next book in the series.” — 5 Stars. Reviewed By Kimberlee J Benart for READERS’ FAVORITE