In the sun-drenched splendor of the Italian Riviera, a fleeting summer romance unfolds between Elio, a precocious seventeen-year-old, and Oliver, a charming American scholar staying as a guest in Elio's parents' villa. André Aciman's "Call Me by Your Name" masterfully captures the intoxicating force of first love, with all its tumultuous emotions, from the dizzying highs of mutual fascination to the devastating lows of uncertainty and heartache. As the Mediterranean sun casts its relentless glow, Elio and Oliver embark on a delicate dance of attraction and reticence, their connection deepening into an irrevocable bond that will indelibly mark their lives forever. Aciman weaves a poignant narrative that explores the complexities of desire, identity, and the painful journey towards self-discovery. With exquisite prose and profound sensitivity, Aciman lays bare the souls of his characters, presenting a story that is as much about the universal search for connection as it is about the specific, ardent love between two people. "Call Me by Your Name" is not just a novel about a summer romance; it is an enduring elegy to the formative power of love, a testament to how it can forever alter our landscapes, both internal and external. In this timeless tale, Aciman invites readers to surrender to the beauty and heartbreak of love, reminding us that while such encounters may be transient, their impact is everlasting.