Feed Them Their Own

Dustin Miller’s Feed Them Their Own presents a claustrophobic narrative set within a penitentiary where the boundary between the living and the dead dissolves. The story centers on Correctional Officer Susan Wells, who is tasked with guiding a mixed group of inmates and guards from cellblock B to cellblock A. This movement is not a simple transfer but a desperate maneuver for survival as the prison’s infrastructure begins to fail. Miller constructs a scenario where the threat is dual-natured, emerging from both the exterior world beyond the fences and the interior spaces of the facility itself. The novel draws upon the tradition of supernatural horror fiction, specifically utilizing the isolation of correctional institutions to amplify tension. By placing authority figures in a position of helplessness against an undead force, Miller critiques the illusion of safety within controlled environments. The narrative does not rely on external rescue but focuses on the immediate, visceral struggle for life within the crumbling walls. This approach aligns with gothic elements where architecture itself becomes a hostile entity. This book suits readers who enjoy character-driven horror stories that emphasize psychological dread and physical peril over gore. It may not appeal to those seeking fast-paced action without emotional weight or readers who prefer supernatural tales set in open landscapes rather than confined spaces. The focus remains tightly on the survival dynamics within the prison walls.