"From Fantasy to Fright" follows the life of Ahmed, a young boy from Cairo whose vibrant dreams of success and adventure are rooted in the chaos of the city. As he grows, Ahmed's childhood dreams of traveling the world and finding success push him toward a life-altering decision to leave behind the familiar streets of Cairo and explore new horizons. After migrating to the U.S., Ahmed navigates cultural differences, career challenges, and relationships while struggling to find the balance between his Egyptian roots and his new American life. As Ahmed's journey unfolds, his dreams take unexpected twists, revealing both the excitement and harsh realities of chasing success in a foreign land. The novel expounds on Ahmed's experiences of love, loss, and identity, blending the fantasy of youthful ambition with the frightening challenges of adulthood. An inspiring exploration of the immigrant experience, the story underscores the deep cultural and emotional struggles of living between two worlds and the unforeseen nightmares that can emerge from even the most hopeful dreams.