Youssef El Sebai's timeless classic, 'Among the Ruins,' delves into the passionate but tragic love story between Mona, a university student, and her professor, Mahmoud. Their profound connection is tested by societal conventions and Mahmoud's prior engagement. When war tears them apart and Mahmoud is presumed dead, Mona must navigate a life without him. Years later, an unexpected reunion forces them to confront their past choices, the ghosts of what could have been, and the indelible mark of their love. The novel is a poignant exploration of sacrifice, memory, and the enduring pain of lost love.