Venom and Bind

by Dani Antoinette

They say the past always comes back to haunt you.

For me, it came roaring back with a vengeance.

Just when bliss seemed within reach with the love of my life, Cian Blackwood, my tormentor Ryzen returned to wreak havoc again. He’s expecting a victim, but this time I’ll be his destruction.

Loyalties will be tested and alliances will be made. And when Cian’s long-buried secrets claw their way to the surface, I’ll be forced to walk the blade’s edge between light and darkness.

An eye for an eye isn’t good enough. Our happily ever after demands justice, and I will be judge, jury and executioner.

No more fear. Now it’s time for Ryzen to reap what he’s sown, because some sins are worth condemning your soul for.

VENOM & BIND is a full-length contemporary novel about vengeance, justice and true love. It is the third book in the Venom series and should not be read as a standalone.

Reading Order:
Venom and Lace
Venom and Velvet
Venom and Bind

Genres: Dark Romance, Thriller, Romance, Adult

343 pages, Paperback

Published November 30, 2023

About the author

A total bookworm and a hopeless romantic, Dani Antoinette likes to write the kind of stories she loves to read—stories about hot alpha males who embrace the thin line between right and wrong, and the strong, fearless women who are able to handle them. When Dani isn’t devouring books by her favorite authors at her local café in downtown Chicago, she spends her time interviewing prospective characters out loud in public places, all while planning her takeover of the romance world.

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Reviews

[Bri Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fantastic wrap up to this trilogy. It had a great balance of suspense, domestic thriller vibes, and romance/spice. The twists were twisting! At the end I almost got thrown off the ride, that twist was giving whiplash. I probably would have been happy with it ending a little less twisty, as it was *almost* too much but at the same time I’m left totally satisfied and happy and thinking about it days later sooo, I guess it was just right lol. I’m a huge fan of Dani’s writing and will likely read anything she puts out. I recommend this trilogy for a well paced suspenseful read. I also appreciate the strong female characters who are strong w/o being major B’s. I would want to be friends with Nova and Juliet. I hope there will be spinoffs of other characters because I really want to know more about several of these characters.

[Vianny ¦ mexbookgirl · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5🌟
This story could've worked better if it was a duology.
This just had to much filler that didn't add anything relevant to the story, especially chapter 24, everything that happens in there could've not exist and perhaps it might be a bit better ending.
Nova was annoying and beyond stupid, I know she's the FMC but her actions made her unlikable, her being stubborn not listening to what others said for her protection and trying to be the superhero made her so insufferable.
The ultimate plot twist felt so irrelevant as there were too many 'plot twists'.

[Katie Richard · Rating 5 out of 5]

The third book in the venom series is a knockout. My emotions were all over the place. The spice was great, I mean come on it’s Cian, can he do do anything wrong? But the love they have for each other will have even the coldhearted ones swooning over them. I was hooked since the first book and I’m sad to say goodbye to Cian and Nova but can’t wait for Kaviathin’s story next. This trilogy will forever live on as one of my favorites!

[Books Tea Magic · Rating 4 out of 5]

Highly enjoyable series! This book made me fall for all the players even more, and a spin off would be a great addition! Personally, I thrive on the darker aspects and was a little less into the wholesome parts, 😆 but this wrap up was still really fun and it kept me reading and reading to see how it ended! I loved all the dark and sinister bits.

[L.B. August · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is such a beautiful end to an amazing series. Prepare yourself for an emotional rollercoaster that will have you questioning everyone's intent. Bind will take you on a journey of pain, heartbreak, growth, and sweet revenge. Nova and Cian are one of my favorite book couples. They complement each other so well and are the definition of "I'll burn the world for you." If you are looking for a dark and spicy book series filled with the perfect balance of sweet and filthy, this is the one for you.

[Ashley Derus · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m going to miss Cian on my pages 🥹

[Carina Hales · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved book 1 and 2 of this series so was so excited for book 3. This didn’t disappoint! Cian and Nova are still a perfect match with so much passion and sparks between them. A great story with twists and turns at every corner.

Cian and Nova made a great team and the star of the show, but Cian’s family and Nova’s friends were all a big part of the story. The 1st part of the book was a little slower but the final part was non stop!

Really enjoyable read and I can’t wait to read more from this author.

[Holly Bryan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I want to say the HAPPIEST of Happy Release Days to the beautiful, lovely, darling Dani Antoinette and the final book in the Venom trilogy, VENOM & BIND!!! I can't tell you how much I've enjoyed discovering this series this year! I jumped on Dani's ARC team for book 2, VENOM & VELVET, my review for which you can see a bit further back in my feed. I binged book 1 and then the ARC of book 2 and the ending left me GOBSMACKED! So I've been dying to get book 3, and let me just say--- WOW.

I truly don't know what I'm going to do without Nova and Cian in my life! I have loved every second spent with sex-toy company owners Nova and her BFF Juliet, Nova meeting and falling in love with Cian, and supporting characters Valik, Thora, Eros, and Orin. If this series hasn't been on your radar, let this be your sign that you NEED to read it! If you like 🌶️spicy🌶️ romance with hot billionaires, Mafia entanglements, ride-or-die BFFs, and close sibling relationships, start with VENOM & LACE immediately! All books are available to read FREE in KU, and the paperbacks are also quite affordable (and incredibly gorgeous).

Thank you, Dani, for letting me be on your ARC team and slide into your DMs with reactions! I cannot 👏🏼 wait 👏🏼 to see what you bring us next

[Oksana (myreadsjournal) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Once again I was counting the days for this book to come out. I mean c'mon, after how Venom & Velvet finished?! 🤯 This is definitely a great ending to this series. 🖤

I knew this book would be a true rollercoaster of emotions and Dani, yet again, delivered exactly this. 🔥
Cian and Nova are still one of the couples I will always love (Cian was a fave since book one and I can never get enough of this man), and I loved watching their relationship grow even stronger, their love growing bigger, and that same hot passion and fireworks. 😮‍💨

But let me also share the spotlight with Cian's family and Nova's friends, too. They are amazing, fun and were a great part of this story.

This was definitely a crazy journey - full of twists which got me 🤯 suspense, heartbreaking and wholesome moments.

The Venom series was truly an unforgettable journey and even though I'm sad it's come to an end, I cannot wait to see what Dani has in store for us next.

Thank you so much Danti Antoinette for the ARC of this book! 💗

[Riley Crowe · Rating 5 out of 5]

talk about EMOTIONS

I have been on this journey since the beginning ARC reading Venom & Lace and let me just say the entire series has NOT disappointed!!!! The third book in this series took me on such an emotional rollercoaster I was salivating at ever word wondering what was next when I turned the page! I will admit I am usually very good as guessing what’s to come but Dani Antoinette kept her cards close to her chest with this one and the entire series making it even that much more fun to read. These are characters you fall INLOVE with and some you hate, and a storyline you just constantly want more of! I post about this series on my socials religiously because this series is my love. If your wondering if you should start this series the answer is heck yes like 6 months ago! I truly believe Dani Antoinette is a writer we will be hearing so much about real soon!

[Karrie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Listen, I've been WAITING for more Cian Blackwood and Dani didn't disappoint. She knows what I want and then elevates it's. THIS WOMAN CAN WRITE SPICE LET ME TELL YOU!! If you want a dirty mouth, lovable, sexy, touch her you die, kind of book boyfriend... Too bad, he's taken. Cian is mine.

No, but truly, I'll share because Cian is
toooooo good to not share. He can be our man!!!


I can't believe book three is over. I want more of these characters. They are a little family and I just... ugh, I'll miss them all. BUT @authordaniantoinette IF YOU GIVE US MORE ILL BE FIRST IN LINE!! JUST SAY WHEN!!

[Heidi · Rating 5 out of 5]

⚰️ Mini Review ⚰️

That is the wrap up for the trilogy. Is this the end? I honestly don't think it is. I hope not. Maybe we'll get a spin off with Thora and see Nova and Cian again. I was so angry the last few chapters, but it got resolved lol. I liked the domestic thriller aspect of this series. I felt like this book took forever, but it probably didn't and I'm just impatient. Also look how beautiful these covers look together!!! They're going to be beautiful together on my shelf. You definitely need to read this series.

[Vanessa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wasn’t ready for this trilogy to end.
I’ve been #Team🦂Tattoo since Venom & Lace and was not disappointed.
Be prepared to get nothing done during the last few chapters because it ain’t over ‘til it’s over.

[Colleen · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars what a perfect conclusion to this trilogy. Cian and Nova wow off the charts chemistry.this book just had twists and turns suspense and they just kept coming and wow what an ending. I highly recommend this series and can't wait for kavithian story next.

[Ana Elizondo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read all 3 books in this series this month and loved every book equally! The author did an amazing job with this storyline-- attractive billionaires with a mix of dangerous mafia characters, a spicy love tale, all led by a strong, likable female character with a loyal bff. 5 stars EASY.

[Amanda Pinzon · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazing

Just loved this trilogy!! Twists and turns and played like a movie. I felt a kinship to Nova and loved the romance! So spicy and great characters!! Read them all in a week!

[lily reads and other things · Rating 4 out of 5]

this series is so great, kaviathan is 100% my favorite

[🫧🌷🪐☁️🧸✨📖 · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed this trilogy so much. Feels good finishing it & getting that closure ❤️‍🔥 I’ll miss this cat & mouse story (& Cian lol *whistles*)

[Mcloughlin Maureen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely brilliant series A lot of twists and turns unbelievable

[Linda · Rating 3 out of 5]

Think this was one book too many, Nova was very annoying and the story seemed to drag, the overall story was good but could easily have been just 2 books.