John Boyne Water Earth Fire And Air 4 Book Set Hardcover Deluxe Edition Complete Collection

Discover the John Boyne 4 Books Collection Set (Water, Earth, Fire & Air) — a beautifully bound hardcover boxed set for readers who love emotionally charged literary fiction. Perfect for parents, book clubs, teachers, and fans of contemporary Irish authors, this collection brings four powerful standalone novels together in one keepsake edition. CONDITION: BRAND NEW | FORMAT: Hardcover | ISBN: 9782105615426.

Each novella explores conscience, consequence and the small moments that shape a life. John Boyne, the award-winning author (winner of four Irish Book Awards, including Author of the Year), delivers intimate storytelling that is both accessible and thought-provoking — trusted by readers and educators for thoughtful themes and character-driven narratives.

What’s inside the set

Water — Vanessa Carvin arrives on an island and takes on a new name, Willow Hale, hoping to escape her past. As rumors and scandals close in, she must confront questions about complicity, truth and whether peace is something she deserves. A quiet, reflective study of secrecy and repentance.

Earth — A high-profile trial of two footballers accused of sexual assault becomes the backdrop for Evan Keogh’s internal reckoning. Once an aspiring artist and a closeted man navigating a sport intolerant of difference, Evan faces the consequences of choices that shaped his adult life. This is a timely, tense portrait of identity, truth and the cost of silence.

Fire — Freya seems to have the perfect life: wealth, status and professional success as a surgeon. But a dark childhood summer haunts her present. Boyne asks whether cruelty is born or made, and how past trauma can define who we become. A gripping psychological study of power, memory and moral ambiguity.

Air — On a long flight, Aaron Umber travels with his 14-year-old son to meet a woman who isn’t expecting them. Forced into reflection at 30,000 feet, Aaron confronts the scars of his youth and the fragile bonds with his child. Moving and redemptive, this novella explores fatherhood, forgiveness and the slow work of healing.

Why readers and gift buyers choose this boxed set

• Compact, compelling reads: Four standalone novellas — ideal for busy readers or bedtime reading sessions.
• Beautiful hardcover format: Durable and collectible; great for shelves, classrooms or libraries.
• Thoughtful themes: Explores identity, guilt, redemption and relationships — excellent for discussion groups or school curricula.
• From a bestselling, award-winning author: John Boyne’s reputation for emotionally rich storytelling adds trust and authority.

This John Boyne 4 Books Collection Set makes a thoughtful gift for graduations, birthdays, or as a meaningful addition to classroom reading lists. Whether you’re introducing teens to character-led fiction or gifting a lover of modern literary stories, this boxed set is a timeless keepsake that invites reflection, conversation and comfort long after the last page is turned.