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In the narrow, bustling alley of Abu Al Roos in Mecca, a dead woman’s naked body is discovered, unclaimed out of shame. Detective Nassir’s investigation follows, revealing the secret, often harsh customs of the holy city and the societal shifts it faces. The novel paints a vivid portrait of Mecca’s clash between traditional dress codes and modern convictions, all told from diverse perspectives, including the alley itself. Written by Raja Alem, it offers a literary exploration of changing social life and customs in Saudi Arabia.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: Raja Alem
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