"L'Esprit de L'Escalier" is a 2021 fantasy short story by Catherynne M. Valente, retelling the story of Orpheus and Eurydice in a modern setting. It was first published on Tor.com.
Months ago, Orpheus successfully rescued Eurydice from the underworld, but despite his efforts, she is still depressed â and a zombie â and their relationship is failing.
Publishers Weekly called it "clever" and "challenging".