Neverwhere is an excellent
series and
novel by
Neil Gaiman. The story takes place in
London and
London Below, a realm made of the interweaving of
myths,
legends, and disused
London Underground stations. The hero,
Richard Mayhew becomes embroiled with the machinations of the Lady
Door, the
Marquis de Carabas,
Croup and Vandemar, and
the Angel, Islington.
Croup:You can't make an omelette without...
Vandemar:...killing a few people.
Vandemar:I haven't got a circumlocution...
But first you must drink the Nice Cup of Tea.