{"product_id":"renee-carlino-4-books-collection-set-fiction-paperback","title":"Renée Carlino 4 Books Collection Set - Contemporary Romance Fiction - Paperback Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Last Post\u003cbr\u003e\nSwear on This Life\u003cbr\u003e\nBefore We Were Strangers\u003cbr\u003e\nBlind Kiss\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\n\/ 9781501105791 \/ 9781501105777 \/ 9781501189623\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Atria Books\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis four-book paperback collection brings together Renée Carlino's beloved contemporary romance novels in one shelf-ready set. Readers travel from grief to hope in The Last Post, revisit a heartfelt second-chance romance in Swear on This Life, cross years and cities in Before We Were Strangers, and slow-burn through Blind Kiss. Each novel stands alone, yet together they showcase Carlino's signature blend of tender emotion, witty dialogue, and characters who feel real. Perfect for binge-reading a weekend away, or building a collection of an acclaimed author's work, this set suits fans of heartfelt, character-driven romance fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRenée Carlino has built a devoted readership around stories that pair emotional depth with genuine humor, and this collection gathers four of her most celebrated novels. The Last Post follows a young widow who turns to social media to process her grief, transforming a string of raw, honest Facebook posts into an unexpected path toward healing and new love. It is a quiet, moving portrait of loss softened by connection. Swear on This Life, recognized on Booklist's Top 10 Women's Fiction list, follows a struggling writer who discovers she may be the real-life inspiration behind a bestselling pseudonymous novel, forcing her to confront a past romance she never fully let go. Before We Were Strangers reimagines the classic missed-connection story, following two former college sweethearts who reconnect years later through a Craigslist ad, forced to reckon with the choices that once tore them apart. Blind Kiss closes the set with a slow-burn romance between two best friends whose long-simmering attraction finally comes to a head, testing what they are willing to risk for each other. Across all four novels, Carlino explores love as something messy, hard-won, and ultimately worth the risk, whether that means healing after tragedy, reconciling with the past, or finally speaking the truth to someone who has been there all along. Told with warmth and emotional honesty, this collection is ideal for readers who want contemporary romance with real substance, and it makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves a story that stays with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour complete Renée Carlino contemporary romance novels in one paperback set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes Swear on This Life, honored on Booklist's Top 10 Women's Fiction of 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmotionally rich stories covering grief, second chances, missed connections, and slow-burn romance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new paperback condition, ready for gifting or building a complete author collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for book clubs, weekend binge-reading, or fans of character-driven women's fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA thoughtful gift for birthdays, holidays, or any romance reader's wish list\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Last Post — A young widow processes grief through candid Facebook posts, discovering an unexpected path toward healing and new love.\u003cbr\u003e\nSwear on This Life — A struggling writer confronts a past romance after discovering she may be the real-life inspiration behind a bestselling pseudonymous novel; named to Booklist's Top 10 Women's Fiction of 2016.\u003cbr\u003e\nBefore We Were Strangers — Two former college sweethearts reconnect years later through a Craigslist missed-connection ad, testing whether their old bond can survive the choices that once tore them apart.\u003cbr\u003e\nBlind Kiss — Two best friends navigate a slow-burn romance as long-simmering attraction finally comes to a head, forcing them to weigh what they owe each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRenée Carlino is an American author of contemporary romance and women's fiction, known for emotionally rich stories about love, loss, and second chances. Her novels are widely published in paperback by Atria Books, an imprint of Simon \u0026amp; Schuster, and feature flawed, relatable characters navigating grief, reconciliation, and slow-burn attraction. Swear on This Life, one of the four titles in this set, was named to Booklist's Top 10 Women's Fiction of 2016, reflecting the critical recognition her work has earned. Across her catalog, Carlino has become known for pairing tender emotion with witty, honest dialogue that keeps readers turning pages long after they meant to stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis paperback set brings four fan-favorite Renée Carlino romances together in one easy collection, ideal for weekend binge-reading, book club picks, or a heartfelt gift for the romance reader in your life. Whether it is a birthday, holiday season treat, or simply restocking your shelf, these stories of love, loss, and second chances are always worth revisiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Renée Carlino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57112117576054,"sku":"MAN-PR-U020540-9789124352172","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/renee-carlino-4-books-collection-set-paperback.jpg?v=1785797858","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/renee-carlino-4-books-collection-set-fiction-paperback","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}