Where the Garden Begins (Christian Fantasy – Messengers and Thieves Book 1)

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A Narnia-Style Christian Fantasy Adventure

A Narnia-style Christian fantasy adventure full of mystery, faith, and unseen realm battles for readers of all ages.

When two siblings vanish from a small, quiet American town, a search for answers begins—but what lies beyond is far stranger than anyone imagined.

Enter the Five Realms of Here—a place where spiritual forces shape the world and every choice carries eternal weight.

Melissa and Seth awaken in a world shaped by choice, illusion, and faith. They encounter a fantastical world filled with talking animals, courageous heroes, and evil rulers. To find their way home, they must confront everything they've been told, the fears they've buried, and the ultimate question: 

What if God is real—and watching?

Back in the world they left behind...
As search efforts fail, a young man named Jimmy refuses to give up—convinced that faith itself may be the key to finding them.

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Why Readers Love This Series

• Spiritual Depth: Blending imaginative storytelling with theological depth, Where the Garden Begins explores vital questions of faith, truth, and creation.

• Apologetics Integration: Perfect for readers who enjoy meaningful fantasy where beliefs are tested, truth is actively pursued, and the story carries a purposeful message.

• The Adventure Begins: Book 1 in the completed Messengers and Thieves trilogy.