The Fall of Supervillainy

The Supervillainy Saga, Book 9

By: C. T. Phipps

Narrated by: Jeffrey Kafer

Gary Karkofsky, a.k.a. Merciless: The Supervillain Without MercyTM, is enjoying the bliss of a newly rebooted Earth. Ultragod is President of the United States, most supervillains are either harmless or imprisoned, and superpowers are being used to benefit all mankind. Of course it couldn't last. Suffering a near fatal heart attack and under attack by extra-dimensional evils, Gary struggles to find an object that might repair the universe he's unwittingly damaged the fabric of.

Gary will find himself dealing with an alien witch queen, a fantasy world with a massive dungeon, and a final showdown with his greatest foe!

Oh and he sleeps with a dragon.

Enjoy the next exciting installment of the Supervillainy Saga!

©2023 Charles Phipps (P)2023 David N. Wilson

The fun continues

If you’re here you’ve probably already read the other Supervillainy books, and that’s good, because they’re fantastic. And this one is more of the same, in a good way! Gary has some good growth moments, even gets himself an 80’s montage for some of it! And there’s some tying up of loose ends that is satisfying to see. And of course you’re going to laugh along the way. The jokes and quips we’ve all come to love and expect in a Phipps book are here.

Like many of Phipps’ books there’s bleed over from other series. Unlike the others though, this one has quite a few spoilers for those. And in particular it’d be good if you’re current on the Wraith Knight series. Although Gary doesn’t know what is happening so maybe it’s ok if you don’t either.

Jeffrey Kafer knocks it out of the park as always on performance.

a welcomed revival

I was quite saddened when I heard there may not be any more stories about Gary. this however was a welcome relief. not only did we get a new story, we got the start of a wonderful new story arc with some characters, new and old. this is probably my 3rd or 4th favorite book in the series now. it truly was a story going back to the heart and roots of the supervillainy saga.

I cannot wait to see where the stories go. also, if the night walker 2 gets it's book or short story, that will be on my list to get.

Looking forward for three more!

Thank you Charles for continuing this series! I'm looking forward for more adventures. And I would love to see more from this and other worlds you create.

Had Me Laughing Throughout

C.T. Phipps continues to captivate with his ninth installment in The Supervillainy Saga, The Fall of Supervillainy. Gary Karkofsky aka Merciless, aka… too many others, finds himself navigating a newly rebooted Earth where superheroes and villains coexist in an uneasy balance. Phipps takes readers on a wild journey through alien realms, fantasy dungeons, and dragon encounters.

One of the most impressive aspects of Phipps’ writing is his ability to sustain the entertainment factor across multiple books. Even nine books into the series, I find myself thoroughly entertained by the clever mix of humor, action, and unexpected twists. I rarely leave a Phipps book without a smile on my face. The author’s creativity knows no bounds, as he introduces readers to new worlds and characters that keep the narrative fresh and engaging, even nine books deep. And his ability to weave worlds together and combine the different stories into one continuous multiverse is nothing short of amazing.

Phipps’ signature humor is at the forefront of this story, delivering laughs that made me chuckle. The witty banter and sarcastic undertones woven into the dialogue showcase the author’s mastery of comedic writing. The humor not only provides a delightful reading experience but also serves as a constant reminder of the series’ unique charm.

In The Fall of Supervillainy, it felt like the series was hurtling towards a climactic conclusion. However, Phipps manages to leave enough threads untied to hint at more adventures to come. This delicate balance between resolution and anticipation adds an extra layer of intrigue for long-time fans and newcomers alike.

Jeffrey Kafer’s narration continues to be a standout element of the Supervillainy Saga. His delivery perfectly captures the essence of Gary, bringing the character’s snarky and sarcastic moments to life.

The Fall of Supervillainy is so darn good at delivering an entertaining and humorous experience that fans have come to expect from C.T. Phipps. Whether you’re a loyal follower of the Supervillainy Saga or a newcomer looking for a lighthearted and action-packed read, this installment is sure to leave you eagerly awaiting the next chapter in Gary Karkofsky’s unconventional journey. Though this is the ninth book, I would consider picking up some of the first books before diving into this one because not knowing the characters would have confused me.

I will always listen to a new Gary story

This is the ninth book in the Supervillainy Saga and I continue to love my time with Gary Karkofsky, a.k.a. The Supervillain Without MercyTM. In this story, Gary has to face some of the consequences of past actions. He rebuilt the world to try to make it a better place, but even trying to make the world better has repercussions. And Gary has to deal with them and save the world and more importantly to Gary, his family. Even supervillains have to do the right thing with the possibility of the end of the world.

This book has all the humor and pop culture references you expect from a C.T. Phipps story. I don’t always get all the references, but that doesn’t take away from the story. I love the snarkiness of all the characters. And of course, there’s fighting Nazis like any good comic book style story.

This has been a really fun series and I can’t wait to see where it goes from here. I would not start this series without starting at the beginning. Especially this book, because there’s a lot of references to previous stories and characters. I was glad to hear there were going to be more Gary books.

This series, and pretty much all Phipps books, are great to take you out of the real world and get you out of your head. The stories always put a smile on my face. It has been a really tough week at work, which is why this is posting on a Sunday instead of my normal Friday. I just didn’t get this review written and couldn’t find time to get it done during the week. But even without reading and only thinking about this story for this review helped take some of the weight of the week.

Narration:
Jeffery Kafer is a wonderful narrator for this series. His performances are always stellar. He was the original reason I picked up my first Phipps book, and I’m so glad I did. He is magnificent at bringing out the humor in the story. And his character voices are first-rate. I always look forward to any story performed byt Kafer.

**I'd like to thank the author for providing me with a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.