Alma Singer is a fictional character from the novel "The History of Love" by Nicole Krauss. She is a young girl who feels a deep connection to her family's past and the stories that shape their lives. Alma embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about her family's history and the mysterious book that connects her to a man named Leo Gursky. In the story, Alma's character represents themes of love, loss, and the search for identity. Her quest intertwines with the lives of other characters, highlighting the impact of literature and memory on human relationships.