What would happen if a group of young people were entrusted with the most important and extraordinary mission in the history of humankind?
It is a cold December evening. A thick fog envelops the valley, but on top of a hill, among the remains of an ancient sacred temple called Arke, a miracle is about to take place. Twenty-six youth find themselves suspended in the air, wrapped in a dazzling light. A carriage descended from heaven, pulled by a majestic white winged horse, awaits them. Their destination is Paradise, but their hearts are heavy: the Earth is wounded by wars, indifference, and injustice.
In the heart of Eden, the youth express a deep desire to Jesus: to be able to return among humans to help them. Moved by their purity, the Lord entrusts them with a secret and grand mission: to restore love, peace, and justice among nations. To do this, He gives them the Tree of Life with seven grains of wheat, capable of granting seven pure wishes, provided they are planted by midnight on Christmas Eve.
Divided into seven groups, the twenty-six protagonists return to Earth, landing in the heart of a vibrant Naples, amidst the lights, music, and ancient nativity traditions. Invisible to human eyes, they must enter the minds and hearts of the people, starting with a desperate writer looking for inspiration and a young orchestra conductor. But time is running out: they have only three days to complete the mission.
Why read this book?
Written in the form of a fairy tale but anchored in deep spiritual and social awareness, this book is an extraordinary educational tool for youth aged 9 to 14. Through the mystery and adventure of the protagonists, readers are guided to discover and rediscover the true values of life ? such as Charity, Solidarity, Respect for others, and Forgiveness ? the only real tools capable of defeating selfishness and building peace.
A story that spans time
This work represents the definitive evolution of a unique literary journey that began over twenty years ago. Originally born in 2002/2003 under the title Children for Peace, the work was subsequently renewed ten years later with the title Arke ? The Beginning. Today, in this third and final edition, the story shines in its most complete and mature form, ready to leave a lasting legacy for present and future generations.
Let yourself be carried away on an unforgettable journey between Earth and Heaven. Will the twenty-six young protagonists manage to plant the seeds of peace before midnight strikes?
