Contemporary workplace horror short story. After a minor crisis, Helena has fixed all her issues and feels ready to jump right back into work. Only her colleagues don't seem to remember her...
I liked this a lot, but I am a sucker for creepy corporate vibes a la Severance. Also, I think it was poignant that she was a woman literally invisible at work. Women already have such a hard time being able to bring their full selves to corporate life, let alone if they are caregivers. Getting our ideas recognized, getting promotions, pay equity. There are so many aspects that can make us not feel "seen." And yet, we are encouraged to ignore it all, and to join the rest with not seeing in order to be accepted.
I also loved the language of the "merger" that they used to describe this process, also hinting to the way that corporate jargon can be used to mask terrible acts.
And the fact that it was "all in the email"? A hilarious take on the absurdity of corporate culture.
Anyway, thank you for the read!! This was a cool one.
I liked this a lot, but I am a sucker for creepy corporate vibes a la Severance. Also, I think it was poignant that she was a woman literally invisible at work. Women already have such a hard time being able to bring their full selves to corporate life, let alone if they are caregivers. Getting our ideas recognized, getting promotions, pay equity. There are so many aspects that can make us not feel "seen." And yet, we are encouraged to ignore it all, and to join the rest with not seeing in order to be accepted.
I also loved the language of the "merger" that they used to describe this process, also hinting to the way that corporate jargon can be used to mask terrible acts.
And the fact that it was "all in the email"? A hilarious take on the absurdity of corporate culture.
Anyway, thank you for the read!! This was a cool one.
Loving this analysis! Not watched Severence yet but it's on my list. Glad you enjoyed the read - was certainly fun to write.
Based on your story's themes, I think you'd love it! :)
Reminds me of a Twillight Zone episode
That's huge praise, thank you! Love what I've seen of The Twilight Zone.
A good hefty dollop of weird is always a good thing. It reminded me of those 0s/70s strange stories typr comic books. Great fun.
Thank you! Gotta stay weird, right?
Almost reads like a screenplay. (In a good way, ofc). Great work.