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A dark, sordid journey from USA Today Bestselling Author, Dani René, will take you down a few roads you may need a nightlight for.

Seven Sins had nothing for me anymore.
That is until she walked in.
Eliana doesn’t remember me, she wouldn’t.
Taken from me years ago, I had no choice but to say goodbye.

It’s time to right the wrongs of the past.
But there are secrets woven into our lives that will soon spill over.

I’d always envied my brother. We were always at war.
But now it’s time to ask for his help.
To put our differences aside and save the girl I love.

348 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 8, 2019

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Dani René

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Dani is a USA Today Bestselling Author of dark and deviant romance with a seductive edge.

Originally from Cape Town, South Africa, she now lives in the UK where she explores old buildings and cemeteries while plotting her next book.

When she's not writing, she can be found binge-watching the latest TV series, or working on graphic design either for herself, or other indie authors.

She enjoys reading books about handsome villains and feisty heroines, mostly dark, always seductive, and sometimes depraved. She has a healthy addiction to tattoos, coffee, and ice cream.

You can find more information on her website, www.danirene.com, or find her on social media, Instagram and Facebook being her favorites. Along with her newsletter, which you can sign up for here - https://bit.ly/DaniVIPs

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Profile Image for Mandie.
692 reviews34 followers
February 9, 2019
This was a captivating addition to the Sins of Seven series!! It was deliciously dark and left me with a tantalizing array of emotions!
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8,992 reviews16 followers
February 7, 2019
Envy by Dani Rene is book 6 in the Sins of Seven Series. This is the story of Eliana and Asher. I have read the previous books and loved them, but you can make this a standalone if you wish to do so.
Eliana was but a teenager when father/family was taken from her. Eliana's mind is set on revenge for what happened. Asher out to help protect Eliana and to reclaim what he lost with her. Eliana knows that there is something about Asher but at this time there is just a feeling there for her about him. This whole series has been a hot exciting read that keeps you turning pages...can't wait for the next installment in this series.
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1,308 reviews29 followers
February 8, 2019
A total page turner that will have you on the edge the entire time. We’re given a story that is dark, twisted and off the charts sexy. Eliana has been become a different woman after a traumatic experience at a young age and we’re right alongside her and Asher as she slowly finds the memories that are buried deep within. I loved how as we’re reading and so in the moment of what’s happening we’re also thinking about who could be on the other side. The pace is set perfectly and the details are so vivid you can see them playing out right before your eyes. I was left with my jaw dropped with the conclusion, completely thrown for a loop. I highly recommend you one click and bump to the top of your TBR list.
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2,076 reviews17 followers
March 14, 2019
Book Reviews for Envy by Dani René
 
 
 
 

 
Title: Envy
Series: Sins of Seven - Book Six

Author: Dani René

Genre: Romantic Suspense
 

File Size: 1193 KB
Print Length: 218 pages
Publisher: Dani René Books (February 8, 2019)
Publication Date: February 8, 2019
Sold by: Amazon Digital Services LLC
Language: English
ASIN: B07N14K75X


Reviewed by Angels With Attitude Book Reviews Arc copy for honest review 5 stars

 
 

 
 
 

 
Seven Sins had nothing for me anymore.
That is until she walked in.
Eliana doesn’t remember me, she wouldn’t.
Taken from me years ago, I had no choice but to say goodbye.
 
It’s time to right the wrongs of the past.
But there are secrets woven into our lives that will soon spill over.
 
I’d always envied my brother. We were always at war.
But now it’s time to ask for his help.
To put our differences aside and save the girl I love.
 

 
 
 

 

 
 


 

 

 
 
 

 
 

Let's start off by saying this is a brand new author for us and we really enjoyed our first book by them.I am looking forward to going back and starting this series from the very beginning and see where it leads us.
 
OMG! I really didn't know what to say about this story other than it was so Twisty,Dark,Erotic-very dark,gritty,made you edgy,and uncomfortable at times but, It was all so descendant that you were hooked and engrossed from the very first pages.
 
The plot was full of a ton of surprises and also had a love triangle of sorts as two brothers loved the same women but, only one of those held her heart.The plot thickens as something sinister threatens them all and their lives as they know it will change forever.
 
Asher-OMG! He was a dark predator,dangerous,dominate,possessive,highly sexual,sexy is sin,and protective.Asher's dark aura even scared the crap out off me. LOL
 
Eliana-I found her to be broken and consumed by revenge,lethal as well as deadly,aloof and a little bit of a loner and highly crafted at what she was trained to be and that was a killer.
 
Overall the story had a great cast of character's both good and the bad.The story was engrossing suspenseful and had some major secrets come to light but,was also about a second chance at love with the one you have loved most of your life.With a road well traveled that was dark and very dangerous they might finally get their happily ever afters.
 
We loved it!Recommended to read to all those that love dark and twisted gritty romance full of heat.
 
P.S.We love reading stories love this every now and then something out of our comfort zone.We liked seeing character's who have been living in the dark for so long and come into the light and finally start living again.

 

 
 

 
 
 

 

 

 

 


 
 
 
 

 
 


 
Dani is an international bestselling author of a mix of various genres, from romantic suspense to dark erotic romance and even BDSM romance. She loves to delve into the raw, emotional journeys her characters venture on, and enjoys the dark, edgy, and sensual scenes that fill the pages of her books. Dani’s stories are seductive with a deviant edge with feisty heroines and dominant alphas. 
Dani lives in the beautiful city of Cape Town, and is a proud member of the Romance Writer's Organization of South Africa (ROSA) and the Romance Writers of America (RWA). She has a healthy addiction to reading, TV series, music, tattoos, chocolate, and ice cream.
 


 
 
 
 






 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 



 

 

 


Profile Image for Philomena Callan Cheekypee.
4,025 reviews434 followers
February 8, 2019
This series just keeps on getting better. Each time I read one I’m sure I say it’s my favourite to date lol Envy is book six in the Sins of Seven series.
As I love this series I highly recommend you read them all.

Asher is one hot and sexy alpha. Eliana is a great match for him. Their chemistry is intense.

Another fabulous raw and gritty story that I inhaled. I’m so looking forward to reading more from this author.

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1,773 reviews41 followers
February 12, 2019
Can you judge a book by the cover? If it's a stunning cover you tend to get it right?
Well, that can be a risky thing to do because imagine that the cover is hot you get the book and then the blurb... Well, the blurb isn't that appealing so what do you do? Read it anyway or give up?
Wanna know is how I work? I see the blurb first and then the cover. If I like both it's a win win. And that's what happened with this book.
Stunning cover... Check
Amazing blurb... Check.
It's the perfect combination for success.
Dani Rene is a new author to me and I really enjoyed her writing.
It's raw, wild, intense, dark and will make you curse...
Envy is her latest release and it's the sixth book from the Sins of Seven series.
I haven't read the other books from this series but I intend to read them.
This book explores the lifes of Eliana and Asher.
Eliana just want to get revenge for the death of her sister and father. After the tragedy, she was taken to live with her dad's best friend. She's become a killer and will stop at nothing to complete her agenda.
Asher is someone you don't want to mess with. He's ruthless when to protect what belongs to him. One look at Eliana and...
Sweet Jesus. This was not what I was expecting... Jeez... What was that?
I'm stubbed and speechless. This book was way more intense than I thought.
Amazing plot, well written, super dark, intense and with lots of desire and hotness.
The way this lady describes some of the hot scenes... Oh boy...
There were parts of the book that I wanted to scream so loud and to really hurt someone, because one minute I was thinking one thing and then the next it wasn't at all what I thought.
Sometimes our mind play tricks on us and we must fight the unknown.
This book presented us with love, desire, second chances, family bonds as well as envy, greed, crime, punishments and madness.
Let me just say that once I started to read it I only stopped when the end appeared...
I'm sad that I hadn't read the other books in this series but I will remedy that.
Oh boy René... I want more. This book created a monster wanting to read all books. What's next?
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
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406 reviews50 followers
February 3, 2019
“He looks ethereal, not angelic or innocent. Not heavenly at all. He looks like he’s from the depths of Hell. A dark angel about to drag me into the inferno alongside him.”
The sixth novel in the Sins of Seven series, Envy, is dark, edgy, sinfully seductive, and totally twisted. Author Dani Rene writes an intricate story infused with mystery and suspense meant to keep you guessing.
Eliana is a girl hardened by the world she’s been born into, with a past shrouded in secrets and lies. One thing fuels the girl with the snow white hair and forest green eyes….revenge. The thirst for bloodlust drives her forward as she plots the death of her father’s killer. Only ending his life will give Eliana peace. Then a man who shouldn’t be familiar tells her he can give her the answers to the questions she seeks. Can a game of truth or dare change everything? The girl living in a den of wolves is about to emerge with the alphas kneeling at her feet.
I enjoyed author Dani Rene’s character development and the plot progression. The mystery and suspense she’s able to build was exceptional. The book was told from multiple perspectives and flowed well from character to character. I loved how Rene included the villain perspective, and I went back and forth throughout the book on who I believed “Villain” to be. This book won’t end how you think and will remain a mystery until the final chapters! Unravel the mystery and read Envy today!
***This is an intense and graphic read and does contain triggers. Consider before reading.
Profile Image for Michelle Austin.
2,838 reviews44 followers
February 9, 2019
Envy was a hot and steamy 5 star read and is book six in the Sins of Seven series.
This is Eliana and Asher’s story.

Eliana lost her father and sister at a young age. She ended up living with her dads best friend who trained her how to kill. She is now on a mission to get revenge on the man who killed her father. When she meets Asher, the chemistry between them is on fire. There is something familiar about him.

Fear and desire are a lethal combination, and they swirl around me like his aura.

Asher lost her once, he’s not going to let her go again. There is something about Asher that gives Eliana what she needs and desires. The connection these two have was off the charts HOT. Can these two have a HEA? Will Eliana get what she’s been seeking all these years?

The thrill of sex has become my crutch, my go-to when my rage overpowers me. -Eliana

There is so much more dark and twisted things to this story. Overall I loved this book, I think this just may be my favorite in the series. Both characters were great, I was pulled right into their story. We actually get three POV’s which added a great element to the story. My emotions were all over the place and I was on the edge of my seat the whole time trying to figure out who the third person was, and I was blown away, didn’t see it coming at all. Dani Rene has once again blown me away, this is a must read psychological thriller.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
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988 reviews26 followers
February 8, 2019
A riveting, unputdownable 5 star read

A dark, suspenseful read....with plenty of heat.. this is the disturbing story of Eliana and Asher who are set on a path of revenge and destruction..

What really stands out for me in this series are the diverse and fascinating characters and the protagonists in this instalment are no exception... I love Eliana she is totally badass and resolute, and Asher is the archetypal alpha ... they are both such vivid and strong characters, it is no surprise theirs is a passionate coming together..

The enemy is at the door, the fight is real, and the outcome uncertain... this is a riveting, unputdownable 5 star read.. I received an advanced copy of this book from the author..
215 reviews12 followers
March 28, 2019
are you kidding me with this shitt? first of all i saw this "climax" coming so early. why i do this to myself, its still unclear. ofc the more pretty girl was the villain all along, ofc girls who wear makeup and short skirts are vile creatures and only live for male attention and ofc she's a whore and wrong in seeking attention elsewhere when the boy she likes is busy giving all his attention to the "special" one(the girl had the guts to slut shame her own sister when she fucked a dude 12years her senior at 17yrs old{also, PEDOPHILE ALERT?}) And ofc all the male attention goes to the girl who seemingly doesn't want it and is so sweet and innocent. I dont even wanna talk about this.

The timeline in this one was so uneven. The H was 16 when he met h and she is 10. But now she's 23 and he is 35. wtf? there was no clear indication when they jumped time. it was all a little jumbled up.
And last but not the least, the H went away because her father had a sex tape on him? first of all, that's your own fault dude(also how do these alpha males go around fucking other girls when they are soooooooooo in love with h?) and secondly YOU LEFT HER ALONE IN THE CARE OF A SEXUAL PREDATOR BECAUSE HER FATHER WON'T LISTEN TO YOU? HE COULD HAVE SERIOUSLY HARMED HER AND YOU KEPT HARPING ON ABOUT HOW IT WAS ALL TO SAVE HER?dude*facepalm* Also what kind of father is this that believes his best friend more than his own daughter???? This was just a shit fest masquerading as a novel. Never coming back.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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1,160 reviews44 followers
February 10, 2019
5 Stars
Review by Elizabeth
Late Night Reviewer
Up All Night w/ Books Blog


Holy Moley!! Dani Rene has done another fantastic job with Envy, installment six in the Sins of Seven series. Granted the other books in the series is awesome but this one is just WOW.

In Envy, we meet Eliana who has had it tough. At seventeen she lost her father and just before that her twin sister. After the loss of her father, she turns into a cold-blooded killer with a taste for revenge on the person that took away her father. Insert Asher who wants revenge for a totally different reason and you have a page-turner.

Envy is different from the rest of the books in the Sins of Seven series. Envy is filled with angst, steamy sex, threesomes (in a way), and so much more. As you read Envy you start out thinking one thing but as the story progress you find out that you were very wrong. Dani has a way of hooking you in the beginning and keeping you hooked until the last word. Envy left me with such a book hanger that I was at a loss for words.

Envy is kind of a slow burn but once the steamy starts, you will be like OMG. The chemistry is there from the get-go so not one thing feels forced between Eliana and Asher. I highly recommend Envy and all the other books in the series.

***ARC received in exchange for an honest review***
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2,833 reviews76 followers
February 11, 2019
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Jesus, I don't even know where to start or go with this review. I have read every one of these books in this series and every time I swear Dani can't take us any further than she does. But Asher's story kicked my ass. I don't want to give anything away because, to be honest, I didn't want to know anything about this book when I was going in. And I enjoyed it so much more that way.

Asher is a tough, hot, alpha male character that is coming back for what he wants and nothing is going to stop him. Eliana is who he wants and even she can't stop him from coming for her. But will she want him to walk away when she finds out all his secrets?

#mustread #lovethisbook
Profile Image for Jenny B.
1,297 reviews29 followers
February 9, 2019
What an incredibly dark (some triggers) beautiful tale. I found this story to be completely original and I loved how the story flowed. I looked down at 17% in and next thing I know it is 73% and still so much more story left. Dani did an amazing job developing these characters and weaving their story line and blending past and present in a way that was so easy to read.

THis book has so many twists and turns and mostly unpredictable that left me up until the wee hours reading this incredible tale
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201 reviews
February 21, 2019
Wow!!! What a truly thrilling read that will have you on the edge of your seat the whole way through. Just when you think this series can't get any better Dani surprises you by making the next installment even better. This story follows the characters Asher and Eliana and can I just say right now I love them.
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1,536 reviews5 followers
February 18, 2019
Seriously? How does she keep doing it?? This was such an incredible book!! Very dark and disturbing just how I like it. It was impossible to put down once I started reading it. There were so many twists and turns that I never knew what was going to happen next. I loved the unpredictably, there was never a dull moment.
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2,149 reviews12 followers
January 22, 2020
Welcome to the club Seven Sins, a place where you can satisfy all your fantasies and needs.

Eliana has spent several months recovering with her friends at the club after being rescued by them when a madman kidnapped her and held her in a cage with her friend Gia. But now is the time to return to her home.
“The moment I stepped foot back in Riverfield, I knew I couldn’t leave until I unearthed the secrets that have been locked in my mind since I was sixteen. I have to walk through the dark to find the light.”

Eliana suffers amnesia since the tragic death of her twin sister and since the murder of her father she hasn’t returned to the Calloway mansion. So she decides to stay with his father´s best friend, Sean Briggs, the man who took care of her when everything fell apart, and to train with Michael again, her ex lover and the man who taught her to kill.

But someone else comes back with her, Asher Briggs(former partner of Nathan Ashcroft and friend of Oliver Michaelson), a man who has been in love with her for many years although she doesn’t remember him.
"It’s been years since I first saw her playing in the garden of her father’s estate with her sister. then, I knew she’d grow up to be the perfect little assassin, until I was forced to leave. When she turned seventeen and buried her last remaining family member, I wanted to swoop in and steal her away. The reason I came back is to make sure she remembers everything that happened to her. To us. She needs to recall the real reason she’s lost everything, and only then can we all move forward. The secret we’ve all kept is long overdue in being revealed. And I am going to bring it to light. When I first laid eyes on the beauty, she was ten years old. At my sixteen years, I didn’t know why I wanted to talk to her, but I did. When her sister was murdered, Darick and I left. We walked out, and I was never meant to see her again. So, I focused on creating a new life. I had two jobs—one with Nathan, who gave me a chance at being normal, and one with Oliver, who offered me the release I needed by killing those who deserved to die. When I left Chicago, needing to be away from Seven Sins, I decided to come home.”

“I arrived a few days ago, and I wanted to see what was more important than learning to kneel for me at Seven Sins.”
Asher constantly provokes her trying to get her some memory of the time they were together either playing truth or dare( a game they always used to play) or with sexual fantasies.
“I’ll never walk away again. As long as I’m by your side, you’ll never live in fear again. You’ll never be alone again.”When I make a promise to you, I’ll never break it. They’ll have to kill me before I fail to deliver a vow I’ve made to you.”“Never will a day go by that I don’t want you, that I don’t crave you. Fuck, Eliana, all this time, all these fucking god-awful years, I’ve been without you, and you know what I thought of every fucking second?”“You. It’s always been you, Eliana. Remember me,”

Together with his brother Darick Briggs and his best friend Dillon, Asher will do everything he can for Eliana recovers her memory and confronts her father’s killer and remembers the night her sister died.

In addition there is a SUPER HOT SCENE in which these 4 give free rein to their passion and that is Eliana likes to be watched while she has sex and she LOVES SEX and Asher will do everything he can so that his girl is always well satisfied.
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2,823 reviews400 followers
February 6, 2019
I have read plenty of Dark Romance with disturbing and twisted plots. But for me, Dani René tops them all. She unapologetically and brutally describes all the violent emotions. She doesn't hold back and I was sucked into the story helplessly. I admit this story was difficult to read but my heart and soul was so satisfied in the end.


Eliana was taken into her father's best friend Sean Briggs's custody after she lost both her sister and father. She burnt for revenge all her life and she is trained as a killing machine by now. She needs answers. Enter Asher Briggs. She first encountered him in Sins of Seven. Asher fills her life with more chaos and questions. They have this intense chemistry but she doesn't remember him from early life. What will happen next? Be prepared to get your mind freaked out when the devil comes to play.


Eliana is unique and disturbingly admirable. She is not normal as per social standards. She is strong, sweet,intelligent and everything Asher wants her to be. She craves danger and passion. This sick feeling runs in her blood and only Asher can give her what she wants. Asher is my favourite in the series. He is ruthless, merciless, protective and playing dangerous games. My head was literally spinning while reading it. The book is written from Eliana, Asher and a third person's POV. And I could not figure out who the hell this Villain is till the very last chapter. The passion is sinfully sexy. I was uncomfortable with the blood play a bit but other than that it was fabulous. The story has twists in every chapter. Dani René did an outstanding job with this raw and gritty story.This book is not for everyone. Don't pick it if you want a sweet romance where the hero and heroine have comfortable lives. This story will torture and bruise your mind.It will take a lot from you and drain you emotionally.


Envy by Dani René is a dark and raw romance with feel of psychological thriller. She won't let you sit comfortably even for a second. She played my mind and heart with perfection. And I was left high with the passion, emotions and mystery. Can you handle it? Why don't you read the book and find yourself?

Received ARC for Honest Review
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5,247 reviews73 followers
February 8, 2019
I received a coy of this book from the publisher/author to review for Stephanie's Book Reports.

Seven Sins held nothing for me anymore. That is until she walked in. Eliana doesn't remember me, she wouldn't. Taken from me years ago, I had no choice but to say goodbye. It's time to right the wrongs of the past. But there are secrets woven inot our past that will soon spill over. I'd always envied my brother. We were always at war. But now it's time to ask for his help.To put our differences aside and save the girl I love.

Holy freaking WOW!!!! This book is so good and has you guessing from the get go. This is the story of Eliana. She lost her twin sisters when they were teens and then her father was murdered and she wants revenge. Her fathers best friend took her in and trained her to do just that. She is a killing machine and has a blood lust. Only one problem though. She has no memeory of the time in which her sister died. She has totally forgotten it and the two brothers that her world revolved around. The now men that are her father's best friends sons. Now Asher is back and he is taking back the woman that he and his brother have both loved since she was fourteen years old. She might not remember him now or what happened but she soon will and then she will have all the revenge she ever wanted. This book is filled with a huge mystery and it is so much fun to watch it unravel. These characters are absolutely amazing and I loved all the time I got to spend with them. This romance is dark and gritty and has you wanting to exact that revenge right alongside of Eliana!! I have only read one other book in this series but this one is nothing short of amazing. Envy is a must read. I so am going back as I can and reading the frist book that I missed. With that said however, this is a standalone and you can read it without reading the other book. Dive into the world of Eliana and Asher and I hope you love them just as much as I did. I can not wait for the next book in this series.
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485 reviews62 followers
February 12, 2019
Holy hotness I am still fanning myself after finishing up this book. Envy by Dani René is super sinful and oh so delicious and I loved reading every page and taking this journey with Eliana and Asher. This is the sixth book in the Sins of Seven series and once again the first I have read. I seem to have a theme of being late to a series but since each is a standalone I don't feel as if something was happening that I couldn't understand. And yes I do plan to read the other books as well.

Eliana has gone through one trauma after another, first the death of her twin sister and then her father. A family friend did step in at a crucial time of need but of course nothing was the same after that. Being the sole heir to a less than lucrative business Eliana was always aware of who her father really was and has been in training to hone her skills and finally take down those who wronged her. Following her back home is Asher, a mystery beyond the son of her guardian, but seems to know way too much about Eliana to be coincidence. The more time spent together the more pieces of the puzzle match up although Eliana is still left with more questions than answers.

Asher and Eliana are the epitome of soulmates, no matter how dark those souls are. Both have something deep inside them but where Asher accepted his demons and even basked in the shadows, Eliana didn't want to admit how twisted she really was. Beneath all that gritty roughness were two people who just wanted to love and be loved. There were times Asher could be so sweet and gentle and once he could be trusted did Eliana allow herself to be vulnerable because she knew that Asher would take care of her. Besides absolutely loving these two characters I was so fascinated with all the suspense and mystery on who the killer was and also who was tormenting Eliana. Dani René had me on the edge til the final words and the big reveal was just as thrilling and shocking. I loved everything about Envy and I do hope this isn't the last I see of these characters, I doubt I'll ever get enough.
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577 reviews21 followers
February 5, 2019
This book took me quite a while to read. I found myself zoning out quite often, particularly for the first 75% of the book, but I kept pushing through because I wanted to know how it ended.

There were some relationships that were not explained and that really ruined the story for me. First, when they fly to London, where the heck did Oliver come from? Who is Oliver? And where did he disappear to after introducing Dillon? And the way Dillon is introduced, it's like they didn't know each other, when in fact, Asher and Dillon were BFFs. Oliver was not explained at all in this entire book.

I will say I knew who the bad guy was after the first 25%. It's honestly kind of obvious.

There was one really hot sex scene. A foursome between Asher and Eliana, plus Asher's brother and Dillon. There were quite a few scenes throughout the book, honestly too many for my taste.

Also, another thing not explained or explained well. What did Asher do at Seven Sins? I read one other Seven Sins book and I don't remember much about it. It was briefly mentioned that Asher had came home from Seven Sins and at one point, it seemed like Eliana had known him from Seven Sins, but in reality, she didn't remember him from before.

Too much not explained or explained well. Not the author's best work.
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11.7k reviews188 followers
February 11, 2019
Oh Envy, what have you done to me?! This is the 6th book in the Sins of Seven series, but you can totally read it as a standalone, but all of the books are really full of decadence so I recommend reading them anyway. So, this is Eliana & Asher's story. She was a teenager when her family was taken from her, and now she's hell bent on making those pay for what happened. Asher, on the other hand, wants to protect her, and get what he lost with her back. She feels something deep down for him which confuses her, because yeah, it's complicated. They have sparks obviously, so OMG sexy times are off the charts HOT! Like set things on fire HOT HOT HOT! And the twists, YEAH BABY THE TWISTS ARE INSANE! This is the best part to me because I didn't even know my head from a hole in the ground, so all I could do was drop f-bombs like they were hot. There are also all kinds of secondaries who added new aspects to the story, and it kept my head spinning some more. Dani Rene has clearly knocked this series out of the park with all the delicious dark goodness, and I HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND ENVY TO ALL!
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Author 16 books16 followers
August 13, 2024
In Envy, Dani Rene crafts a gripping narrative of past betrayals and redemptive love. This intense follow-up to the Seven Sins series plunges readers into a world where family feuds and long-buried secrets collide with the poignant search for lost love.

The story follows a protagonist who, after years of separation, faces the challenge of rescuing the woman he’s always loved—Eliana. Once taken from him, she now holds no memory of their past, leaving him to confront both his own envy and a fractured family dynamic. As he seeks to mend old wounds and right past wrongs, he must reconcile with his estranged brother to forge an unlikely alliance.

Rene skillfully explores themes of redemption and rivalry, weaving a narrative that is both emotionally charged and suspenseful. The tension between the brothers adds depth to the story, while the rekindling romance between the protagonist and Eliana drives the emotional core of the novel.

Envy is a powerful tale of love’s endurance against a backdrop of betrayal and familial strife. It’s a must-read for fans of dark romance and intricate drama, offering a captivating blend of intense passion and high-stakes intrigue.



1,167 reviews1 follower
February 9, 2019
Oh! What a tangled web we weave.......
This book is full of suspense and mystery besides being very sexy.
Eliana has had nothing but tragedy. Her family gone. She turns to others whom she thought she could trust. Friends of her father become the ones she relies on. Michael trains her to be an efficient killer so she can also exact revenge for her fathers' death. Asher comes back into her life but she doesn't remember from her teenage year when her twin sister is killed. Asher knows everything. He wants her to remember because they were in love back them. They both go through enough to break. Eliana goes to get hypnotized to remember what happened so many years ago. It all comes as a shock to her what really happened that fateful night her sister died. Asher accompanies her through this voyage hoping their love is strong enough to survive what she is about to recall. How will it end once she takes her revenge? Read this book to find out. Edge of your seat and panty melting story. Loved it.

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100 reviews6 followers
February 8, 2019
Webs of lies, murders, obsessions and heart break, family dysfunction at its finest. Envy will leave you breathless as you uncover twist after twist. One families heart ache is another person's wealth. Eliana finds herself wrapped around the center of it all unknowingly.

Eliana comes from a tragic past. Her sister died and her father was murdered. Destined to find her father's murderer and seek revenge. She's been trained to kill.

Then there's Asher and his obsession for Eliana. He claims to be from her past and has always loved her. Darik is his brother and he's  loved her too. These brother's are both hunters who kill. Both brothers will go to whatever lengths necessary to keep Eliana safe.

Although this story started off slow, once it took off I couldn't put it down. It was one twist and turn after another that you never saw coming. Oh and talk about bringing on the heat! That attraction and the uniqueness with certain scenes will melt the pages right off your kindle.
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2,518 reviews91 followers
February 11, 2019
At seventeen Eliana losses the last of her family,her father is murdered and she lays him to rest.Taken in by her fathers best friend and a man she consider's an Uncle,Sean Briggs takes her in and gives her the love and support she needs. Briggs also gives her another skill that of a lethal assassin. Briggs has his man Michael O'Connell train Eliana to become an assassin,and also her lover.Something that Eliana and Michael don't want Briggs to know,he would lose it if he was to find out.But Eliana needs it ,it helps her to focus and release her tensions.

Asher Briggs returns to his home and he sets his sites on Eilana, he has always loved her and he wants her back in his life.He is here to protect and claim her as his,but first they need to get her memory back to remember her past and what really happened in it.This is going to be very painful for Eliana and Asher knows it but she needs to know.
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823 reviews
June 6, 2019
A Slightly Different Sin!

So for me, Asher and Eliana's story doesn't really fit with the Sins of Seven series so far and despite it being a part of the series - it probably is the most standalone of them all! It's much darker and less to do with the characters we have all come to know and love and for me, Asher and Eliana's story almost comes out of left field.

Don't get me wrong, it's a good story. After quite a slow start, when this picks up pace it really begins to shine but once again I'm left frustrated as it feels it has been rushed to get to the end where more questions come up than answers for me. I think it also shows this one was much more rushed as there were more errors towards the end, including the mixing up of names. I think with some more emphasis and time on the conclusion, this would have been a much more satisfying read but as it stands, for me, it's isn't the best I've read by Dani Rene.
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1,293 reviews29 followers
January 30, 2019
Gritty, but Real....

Revenge can be bittersweet but what a rush. This best describes Asher and Eliana. For years both of them have been harboring pent up rage and hatred toward the ones that did them wrong. Dani exquisitely captures this couples' essence. Eliana, tough as nails with the heart of a deadly assassin. Don't ever underestimate her. Asher, dark and simmering with cold calculating eyes that hold undying lust and love for Eliana. Asher holds on tight to his unquenchable passion that he has had for years for Eliana, especially when she was untouchable. The two of them together are unstoppable.

This story is not for everyone, but I loved it's passion and intensity and it had me gripping on the ledge with all the suspense. Their journey together is best described as "Kill them with success and bury them with a smile". At the end of their story, I was smiling.

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513 reviews12 followers
January 31, 2019
When reading a Dani Rene, you have to clench your eyes tight, says a few Hail Marys and jump. I can't guarantee that you'll land on your two feet, but what I can guarantee is that your heart will be whole at the bottom of the cliff.

Seriously, Asher and Eliana's story was an insane rollercoaster ride on steroids. She is one of Dani's tough as nails female lead with a single-minded determination and a no fucks given attitude. Asher is the ultimate Alpha dawg with a fierce instinct to take and protect his owns.

And it was always a joy to revisit the other characters of Club Sin. Although this book can be read as a standalone, to enjoy the other characters and also the theme, I would recommend reading the others in the series. But honestly, Envy is a gem all by itself that shines like a bright star. Kudos to Dani for another smashing hit.
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2,042 reviews20 followers
February 3, 2019
Wow what an absolute page turner!
Envy is filled with intrigue,mystery,sexy men and one lady who is not a damsel in distress.
This book had me on the edge of my seat.
It’s a fast paced thrilling dark story that also is filled with a whole lot of sexy.
I think this is one of the darkest dirtiest books that I’ve read by Ms. Rene.
I loved every minute I spent reading this book.
The storyline and plot are intricate,the characters are fascinating and the sex is sizzling.
Eliana is one tough lady. She doesn’t need anyone to come save her.
But with Asher she feels something she doesn’t know how to explain.
Asher is pure alpha dominance. He’s cool and calculated.
But when it comes to Eliana he will do whatever it takes to make her happy and make her his.
Together these two are explosive and will take on the world to make right what was done in the past.
Outstanding DARK romance!
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