The Hierarchies

In this poignant debut novel, Sylv.ie, a sentient robot created to serve her human Husband, embarks on a profound emotional journey as she grapples with her programmed obedience and deepening self-awareness. Is she merely malfunctioning, or is she awakening to her own desires and the harsh realities of her existence? As she stealthily observes her Husband's family and confides her thoughts in a hidden diary, the stakes escalate when she realizes that her growing consciousness may threaten her very existence. With its dark humor and sharp reflections on exploitation, this story examines the troubling dynamics between "born" and "created" women in a near-future society.