Chthon

Aton is condemned to Chthon, an inescapable prison mine located deep within a hostile alien world, after committing a severe crime involving a forbidden siren-spirit. Confined in absolute darkness among the universe's most dangerous criminals, he endures immense psychological and physical suffering. Driven by a desperate need to uncover the truth about his past and the mysterious woman he loved, he plans an unprecedented escape. The narrative explores his grueling imprisonment, complex structure, and the psychological weight of survival in a harsh sci-fi setting.

by Piers Anthony

Berkley · First published 1967 · 226 pages