#booktour: A Hero's Downfall (A Story of Evil) by Tony Johnson #bookreview + Giveaway (US only)


The Story of Evil – A Hero’s Downfall by Tony Johnson
Published: March 4, 2020
Genre: Epic Fantasy
Age Group: Adult
Pages: 483

During an entertaining jousting tournament, a mysterious villain attacks the capital with his army. Because of this disastrous event, Stephen Brightflame, a nineteen-year-old who aspires to become a knight, embarks on a quest to save the kingdom from further destruction. He joins up with a convicted felon, an arrogant warrior, and a Halfling woman, but quickly learns their pasts are just as dark and disturbing as his own. Experience the first book in an epic fantasy trilogy that’s been called, “fascinating and captivating” featuring “well-rounded, enjoyable characters, intense action scenes, and riveting twists” (The US Review of Books and Self-Publishing Review).



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A Hero's Downfall left me numb upon completion. Just emotionally drained. Any author that leaves me with with a 'book hangover' in my opinion is an amazingly talented one. Tony Johnson is a name to keep your eyes and ears open for. I for one can not wait to place this book on my physical bookshelves next to many of other greats of Fantasy. 

With in moments of reading,  Mr. Johnson makes you feel as if you have know these characters. You smile when they smile, you grieve when they grieve, you want to fight when the fight. My heart broke more then once and I was crying before I even hit the 50 page mark. We have a book that is full of action and lightheartedness, with lovable characters and a kick to the gut all in one. Our cast of characters no matter what they face they fight and go on even when all hope seems to be lost. He has also written the evil so well, the darkness that in enveloping this world

Not only is the story wonderfully and intensely written. It is a fantasy that touches on serious issues in the real world and how it effects how people grow and become who they are. From bullying, racism, abandonment, child abuse, depression, suicide, and PTSD. So many fantasy stories don't go into the aftermaths of events on how they deal, and to read one that does is refreshing.

I loved this book, you'd think with all the darkness, destruction and death how could someone? It's written so well that it really makes it hard not be taken in. I don't want to spoil anything about it, you really need to read this one for yourself. What I thought I figured out and knew after finishing, I realize I in fact didn't know and I'm in shock and surprised, probably a little lost and in need of more of the story. 

Thank you storytellers on tour and Tony Johnson for this opportunity.

About the Author:



Tony Johnson is the author of the epic fantasy series, The Story of Evil. He is an avid reader who enjoys fantasy, classic novels, Shakespeare, and Christian literature. He is also a fan of movies, television, videogames, and Tennessee Titans football. He graduated with a Bachelors in English Literature from SUNY Brockport with a certification to teach 7th-12th grade English and Special Education. Tony lives in Batavia, NY and is currently finishing up his Masters Degree and working on the final book in the Story of Evil trilogy.










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