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The Dove's Necklace

The Dove's Necklace

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When a dead woman is discovered in Abu Al Roos, one of Mecca's many alleys, no one will claim the body because they are ashamed by her nakedness. As we follow Detective Nassir's investigation of the case, the secret life of the holy city of Mecca is revealed. Tackling powerful issues with beautiful and evocative writing, Raja Alem reveals a city--and a civilization--at once beholden to brutal customs, and reckoning (uneasily) with new traditions. Told from a variety of perspectives--including that of Abu Al Roos itself--The Dove's Necklace is a virtuosic work of literature, and an ambitious portrait of a changing city that deserves our attention.

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ISBN13: 9781590208984
ISBN10: 1590208986
Language: English
Publisher: Overlook Press
Publication Year: 2016
Format: Hardcover

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  • One Line Summary

    Unveiling Mecca's hidden, complex social tapestry.

  • Who is this book for?

    If you're drawn to stories that explore the depths of a society's contradictions, The Dove's Necklace offers a captivating look into Mecca's secret worlds. This novel's rich, evocative language and multiple perspectives paint a vivid portrait of a city caught between tradition and modern change. It's a thought-provoking read that reveals the hidden stories beneath a city's sacred surface.

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