Chthonic

Lately, I've been rereading the two Chthonic books, The Principle of Restricted Talent, and Human Bridge Errors, Vol 1 of infinity. They're great! If you haven't read them, you should. Somewhat in the tradition of Victor Mollo and David Bird, but better perhaps. Possibly because Chthonic is a more likable protagonist than either H.H. or the Abbott.