In “Dear Layla,” author Youmna Abd ElAziz crafts a soul-stirring tale that blurs the lines between reality and imagination, love and loss, memory and illusion. This poignant novel follows Layla, a woman shattered by grief, as she finds solace in an unexpected yet profound connection with a young boy who may exist only in her mind. As Layla navigates through sorrow, healing, and rediscovery, she encounters Ahmad, whose quiet strength becomes her anchor in turbulent times. Through lyrical prose and deep emotional resonance, «Dear Layla» explores themes of heartbreak, hope, and unconditional love that transcends even death itself.