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Feed Me to the Wolves
Eighteen-year-old Fenli has been married for the past ten years, and she's pissed as hell about it.
The boy she was forced to marry has been away with the hunters since their ceremony, and Fenli tries to forget the bastard exists. She's content keeping to herself in the village--until he returns to bring the clan north with him.
Roan isn't a boy anymore, and the pair is at odds from the start. Whispers about Fenli not belonging continue to grow, and Fenli stumbles across a pack of wolves, causing her to question the ideologies she was raised with even further.
Fenli is pulled between her mother's clan, where she desperately wants to belong, and her father's clan, which is taking drastic measures to get her back. She's torn over the wolves she's observed and the wolf hunters she calls family. She's also getting too close to Roan, who seems determined to unravel her secrets.
No one expects trouble from the girl they think is meek, but Fenli is about to give them all hell.
Starting with her husband.
Feed Me to the Wolves is an atmospheric YA romantic fantasy filled with feminine rage, forced proximity, and a hate-to-love, slow-burn romance.
The boy she was forced to marry has been away with the hunters since their ceremony, and Fenli tries to forget the bastard exists. She's content keeping to herself in the village--until he returns to bring the clan north with him.
Roan isn't a boy anymore, and the pair is at odds from the start. Whispers about Fenli not belonging continue to grow, and Fenli stumbles across a pack of wolves, causing her to question the ideologies she was raised with even further.
Fenli is pulled between her mother's clan, where she desperately wants to belong, and her father's clan, which is taking drastic measures to get her back. She's torn over the wolves she's observed and the wolf hunters she calls family. She's also getting too close to Roan, who seems determined to unravel her secrets.
No one expects trouble from the girl they think is meek, but Fenli is about to give them all hell.
Starting with her husband.
Feed Me to the Wolves is an atmospheric YA romantic fantasy filled with feminine rage, forced proximity, and a hate-to-love, slow-burn romance.
297 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 1, 2025
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D. Burns
1 book13 followersDustin lives in the Northwoods with her family, and the national forest outside her door is a constant source of inspiration and comfort. It’s here that she tells herself stories and raises her kids with her husband who doubles as her best friend. Winter is her favorite season, and black is how she takes her coffee. She reads, hikes, runs, snowshoes, and, of course, writes.
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August 11, 2025The heroine is 18 and I think that's a little too young for me. I'm sure in Nordic times this was proabbly a lot more mature than most 18 year olds today - however, I'm just not up for reading it.
25% of the way in before I DNFed.
25% of the way in before I DNFed.
April 19, 2025
I stumbled across the author on TikTok, talking about a hater named Matt on YouTube, and how she is isn't reaching her target audience for her book. I watched a couple of her videos, saw that her book was available on KU, and thought, why not? I devoured this book in less than a day.
This is not my normal genre - I'm either reading romantasy or contemporary romance that borderline rom-coms, with lots of smut. I'm not sure what genre I would list this under.
It has romance (and a sweet cinnamon roll MMC who I loved oh so much) and a HEA. It is a love story, but not in your typical way. It was sweet, little steamy even at times. But the friendship? The familial/found family love? That was sweeter to me. Roan and his sister, Esska who loved and supported Fenli, while she marched to the beat of her own drum and eventually found her voice and her place in their clan. Fenli and Roan's love for Esska in the same way. Fenli's mother, Indi, who loved her unconditionally her entire life, and before she was even born. Jory supporting Roan, even though they had grown apart in recent years. Fenli's love of the wolves and protecting them at all costs. And even Baer - yes Baer - who I had decided I would hate from the get-go, until you break through his hard exterior shell to his gooey bits. He finally pulled his head out of his butt and listened to his son and became an ally in the end.
There was no fantasy/mythical creatures, but cool lore of gods/goddess and clans. There were ACTUAL wolves, in a way I hadn't seen before; being both symbolic and literally just badass, wild, creatures. The forest setting and the writing itself gave it a whimsical and folk art feel, and it was beautiful.
I am not comparing it to my favorite book of all time - The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton - because they are two very different stories. BUT it made me FEEL how The Outsiders made me feel as an awkward 12 year old girl, who was bullied for being weird. How it still makes me feel, as an awkward 30 year old, married mom of 2 who still feels "different" and alone at times. This book makes me feel hopeful.
This is not my normal genre - I'm either reading romantasy or contemporary romance that borderline rom-coms, with lots of smut. I'm not sure what genre I would list this under.
It has romance (and a sweet cinnamon roll MMC who I loved oh so much) and a HEA. It is a love story, but not in your typical way. It was sweet, little steamy even at times. But the friendship? The familial/found family love? That was sweeter to me. Roan and his sister, Esska who loved and supported Fenli, while she marched to the beat of her own drum and eventually found her voice and her place in their clan. Fenli and Roan's love for Esska in the same way. Fenli's mother, Indi, who loved her unconditionally her entire life, and before she was even born. Jory supporting Roan, even though they had grown apart in recent years. Fenli's love of the wolves and protecting them at all costs. And even Baer - yes Baer - who I had decided I would hate from the get-go, until you break through his hard exterior shell to his gooey bits. He finally pulled his head out of his butt and listened to his son and became an ally in the end.
There was no fantasy/mythical creatures, but cool lore of gods/goddess and clans. There were ACTUAL wolves, in a way I hadn't seen before; being both symbolic and literally just badass, wild, creatures. The forest setting and the writing itself gave it a whimsical and folk art feel, and it was beautiful.
I am not comparing it to my favorite book of all time - The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton - because they are two very different stories. BUT it made me FEEL how The Outsiders made me feel as an awkward 12 year old girl, who was bullied for being weird. How it still makes me feel, as an awkward 30 year old, married mom of 2 who still feels "different" and alone at times. This book makes me feel hopeful.
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June 4, 2025
This book got me out of a reading slump. It was fast-paced and I enjoyed it.
“‘I'll come with you,’ I said, barely considering the words before they were out. I'll come with you. I knew without a doubt that I’d meant each one. I'd go with her without question. I could never regret that choice.”
Roan is honestly such a sweetheart. I really liked the story and the plot. When I first read the summary, Fenli was introduced as this fierce, hell-raising woman— and that’s exactly what drew me in. I’m a sucker for the golden boy x wild, no-nonsense wife dynamic. And the book did deliver on that. But there were definitely moments when Fenli felt like a lot. Maybe too much.
Roan is constantly going out of his way to be patient and caring toward her, even when he’s under no obligation to do so. He chooses to stay married to her solely to protect her and her mother, yet she resents him to hell and back. I understand that Fenli was forced into the marriage, and at times, her resentment is understandable. But honestly, her anger should be directed at his father, not Roan. He was just a kid when they got married and he didn’t ask for any of this to begin with. Despite everything, Roan continues to show up for her, over and over again. He protects her from her evil uncle, his own father, Thaas (some guy he hunts with), a literal bear, and even other men from his clan. The man is constantly putting himself in the line of fire for her, and she still acts like he’s the enemy.
Fenli directs so much of her anger at Roan, even though so many of his chapters are just him trying to make things right with her: “I need to make it up to Fenli,” “I want to reconcile with Fenli”. it’s constant. The poor guy can’t even breathe without getting yelled at or having her try to run off again. And the part where he poured his heart out to her, but she just left him? GIRLLL… I wanted to pull my hair out. Their relationship was a little challenging to read at first, but around the end, it’s so worth it to see it finally blossom.
That said, the book was great overall— especially for a debut! The world-building was solid, and everything else came together really well. It hooked me in fast, and I kept telling myself, “just one more chapter before bed” (you can guess how that turned out lmao). The dynamic between Roan and Fenli, while frustrating sometimes, was compelling and definitely gave me a lot to feel. And Roan? Total book boyfriend material. D. Burns is going on my list of inspiring authors, and I’m excited to see what she decides to write next!
“‘I'll come with you,’ I said, barely considering the words before they were out. I'll come with you. I knew without a doubt that I’d meant each one. I'd go with her without question. I could never regret that choice.”
Roan is honestly such a sweetheart. I really liked the story and the plot. When I first read the summary, Fenli was introduced as this fierce, hell-raising woman— and that’s exactly what drew me in. I’m a sucker for the golden boy x wild, no-nonsense wife dynamic. And the book did deliver on that. But there were definitely moments when Fenli felt like a lot. Maybe too much.
Roan is constantly going out of his way to be patient and caring toward her, even when he’s under no obligation to do so. He chooses to stay married to her solely to protect her and her mother, yet she resents him to hell and back. I understand that Fenli was forced into the marriage, and at times, her resentment is understandable. But honestly, her anger should be directed at his father, not Roan. He was just a kid when they got married and he didn’t ask for any of this to begin with. Despite everything, Roan continues to show up for her, over and over again. He protects her from her evil uncle, his own father, Thaas (some guy he hunts with), a literal bear, and even other men from his clan. The man is constantly putting himself in the line of fire for her, and she still acts like he’s the enemy.
Fenli directs so much of her anger at Roan, even though so many of his chapters are just him trying to make things right with her: “I need to make it up to Fenli,” “I want to reconcile with Fenli”. it’s constant. The poor guy can’t even breathe without getting yelled at or having her try to run off again. And the part where he poured his heart out to her, but she just left him? GIRLLL… I wanted to pull my hair out. Their relationship was a little challenging to read at first, but around the end, it’s so worth it to see it finally blossom.
That said, the book was great overall— especially for a debut! The world-building was solid, and everything else came together really well. It hooked me in fast, and I kept telling myself, “just one more chapter before bed” (you can guess how that turned out lmao). The dynamic between Roan and Fenli, while frustrating sometimes, was compelling and definitely gave me a lot to feel. And Roan? Total book boyfriend material. D. Burns is going on my list of inspiring authors, and I’m excited to see what she decides to write next!
April 6, 2025
I devoured this book! It’s a must read! D. Burns has a way with words, I was captivated from the first sentence. I was laughing at times and on the edge of my seat at others. Fenli wants nothing to do with her husband, Roan. Roan’s a catch and stands up for Fenli constantly. Fenli gives Roan hell and it’s hilarious. There was so much growth from all the characters from beginning to end. I highly recommend reading, you won’t regret it.
One of my favorite quotes: “Wild beast, wild beauty. When it came to Fenli, they were damn near the same thing.”
One of my favorite quotes: “Wild beast, wild beauty. When it came to Fenli, they were damn near the same thing.”
June 26, 2025
4.5 Stars.
I enjoyed this book and definitely recommend
I enjoyed this book and definitely recommend
June 17, 2025
I'll attempt not to be too harsh with this review because I know it's this author's first book. My main complaints are as follows: there wasn't a strong plot or driving force behind either of the main characters' actions. Also, while I sympathized with the MC's difficulties in the tribe, throughout the book, I never saw evidence that she made any notable steps to improve her situation.
I think this author has the potential to develop into a solid writer. However, they would benefit from professional guidance to tighten up whatever future stories they have planned.
I think this author has the potential to develop into a solid writer. However, they would benefit from professional guidance to tighten up whatever future stories they have planned.
April 8, 2025
Feed Me to the Wolves by D. Burns is a gorgeous debut that follows Fenli, an outsider that finds more kinship with the wolves her clan hunts than amongst her own, and the man who slowly starts to fall for her with each new layer he peels back.
It astonishes me that this atmospheric and beautiful read is a debut! There was so much to love, from the incredible writing that solidifies the author as a talent to watch, to the slow burn love story that was perfectly paced, to the messages of survival and the courage to find your own path. I left the book with no notes, nothing I wanted to change, and perfectly satisfied with the journey the author took me on and how it was wrapped up.
Needless to say, this was a five-star read. The writing was impeccable, the plot was perfectly paced and a standout from others in its genre. The only thing I wish I did differently was save it for a rainy day in front of a fire to let me revel in its vibes the best way possible. I could not recommend this enough and will definitely be keeping an eye out for more books by this author!
It astonishes me that this atmospheric and beautiful read is a debut! There was so much to love, from the incredible writing that solidifies the author as a talent to watch, to the slow burn love story that was perfectly paced, to the messages of survival and the courage to find your own path. I left the book with no notes, nothing I wanted to change, and perfectly satisfied with the journey the author took me on and how it was wrapped up.
Needless to say, this was a five-star read. The writing was impeccable, the plot was perfectly paced and a standout from others in its genre. The only thing I wish I did differently was save it for a rainy day in front of a fire to let me revel in its vibes the best way possible. I could not recommend this enough and will definitely be keeping an eye out for more books by this author!
July 24, 2025
Holy cow. I thought this book would be good. I didn’t know it would be THIS good. The storyline is relevant even though it isn’t set in present day. I thought it was beautifully written and I had a hard time putting it down.
Fenli was such a fun, complex character. Her sass and refusal to take anyone’s shit was honestly a little inspiring. Her arch was very well written and I loved watching her grow.
Roan was just amazing. His arch was also very well written and seeing into his mind and watching him struggle with what path he wants to choose for himself was beautiful. The way he let Fenli choose what to do while everyone else was trying to control her was just beautiful.
Fenli was such a fun, complex character. Her sass and refusal to take anyone’s shit was honestly a little inspiring. Her arch was very well written and I loved watching her grow.
Roan was just amazing. His arch was also very well written and seeing into his mind and watching him struggle with what path he wants to choose for himself was beautiful. The way he let Fenli choose what to do while everyone else was trying to control her was just beautiful.
May 27, 2025
A real love story about real people. The characters came to life on the page and felt like people I could have met in my real life. If you want a story about finding acceptance and a place you belong, a story that includes breaking generational curses, all with a vivid fantasy world that comes to life, this is the perfect book.
June 25, 2025
I could not put it down. The character growth was beautiful with Fenli finding herself and her inner strength! D. Burns is amazing with words! I loved the way the words jumped out of the page and played like a movie in my mind. I cannot wait for any and everything this author has to write in the future.
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November 9, 2025
It was really fast paced and I flew through it in a single day💯💯💯
It felt like the movie Dancing with the wolves 😅
I have no problem with it just the setting being in such an old era like the hunting era made it feel like a weird setting for the slow burn😅
Overall this book was such a quick read and a 4.5/5 for me....
It felt like the movie Dancing with the wolves 😅
I have no problem with it just the setting being in such an old era like the hunting era made it feel like a weird setting for the slow burn😅
Overall this book was such a quick read and a 4.5/5 for me....
July 10, 2025
I really enjoyed Feed Me to the Wolves! It’s a beautifully written story set in a beautiful atmosphere. The themes of feminine rage, duty, tradition, and belonging are poignant and well framed in the plot and character arcs. The romance is authentic and enjoyable. Highly recommend!
May 26, 2025
Finally a book where she’s the moody broody one who doesn’t want to give in. I was sold on the “female rage” and wolves. It’s very well written and worth a read.
July 14, 2025
I mean, this was a lot of teenage drama that didn’t really have a place? The story had potential but this one missed the mark for me. Maybe 2.5 stars.
July 26, 2025
The writing was enjoyable. This would be a good, cozy read if you don’t want a lot of plot getting in the way of a good time.
2.5/5 stars
2.5/5 stars
September 7, 2025
Beautiful message behind this story. A couple things get brought back up at the end. It’s definitely fast paced and a young adult book. Perfect for a young reader getting into Romantasy books.
September 29, 2025
Amazing book! I loved the slow burn romance! This book was like How to train your dragon’s but with wolves and I absolutely loved it!
August 11, 2025
2.5 ⭐️
no specific complaints, quick easy read, just missing something
no specific complaints, quick easy read, just missing something
March 18, 2025
I read this as an ARC and I highly recommend you check out this new writer. Her stories are engaging, creative World building with fully scoped out characters. She builds her characters lives in a way that makes you feel like you know them (or someone like them!)
May 19, 2025
We have a release date!!!!!!
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