--- product_id: 75604145 title: "The Doves Necklace: Winner of the International Prize for Arabic Fiction" price: "27709CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/75604145-the-doves-necklace-winner-of-the-international-prize-for-arabic store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # The Doves Necklace: Winner of the International Prize for Arabic Fiction **Price:** 27709CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Doves Necklace: Winner of the International Prize for Arabic Fiction - **How much does it cost?** 27709CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/75604145-the-doves-necklace-winner-of-the-international-prize-for-arabic) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description This "surreal, meditative take on a murder mystery” ( The Guardian , Best Books of Summer) is the winner of the International Prize for Arabic Fiction. When a woman's body is found in the alley of Abu Al Roos, Detective Nasser is thrust into a labyrinthine investigation that unveils the hidden life of this ancient city. Nasser initially suspects that the dead woman is Aisha, one of the residents of the area, and searches her emails for clues. The world she paints embraces everything from crime and religious extremism to the exploitation of foreign workers by a mafia of building contractors, who are destroying the historic areas of the city. Another view reveals the city through the eyes of Yusuf, Aisha's neighbor, increasingly frustrated by the accelerating pace of change. As Nasser delves deeper, the streets of Mecca come alive, narrating tales of tradition, transformation, and the tension between old and new. Alem's evocative prose paints a vivid portrait of a city at the crossroads of history and modernity, where every corner holds a secret and every character has a story to tell. This novel is a brilliant blend of mystery, cultural commentary, and poetic storytelling, offering readers a unique glimpse into the soul of Mecca. Perfect for fans of literary fiction and those intrigued by the rich tapestry of Middle Eastern culture. Review: Having a tough time getting into this book. May ... - Having a tough time getting into this book. May save I for a winter read when there isn't as much going on. Review: Well written but confusing - Im probably not being fair here because I don't think I understood the culture enough to follow the storyline. I found it a hard go but did make it to the end. I think the prose is excellent and I think I am at fault here. If you don't have a clear grasp of Middle Eastern culture you won't follow this one. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,762,439 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2,354 in Cultural Heritage Fiction #3,830 in International Mystery & Crime (Books) #12,307 in Supernatural Mysteries | | Customer Reviews | 3.2 out of 5 stars 23 Reviews | ## Images ![The Doves Necklace: Winner of the International Prize for Arabic Fiction - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ynJ2YC8fL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ Having a tough time getting into this book. May ... *by A***R on July 25, 2017* Having a tough time getting into this book. May save I for a winter read when there isn't as much going on. ### ⭐⭐ Well written but confusing *by M***N on January 20, 2017* Im probably not being fair here because I don't think I understood the culture enough to follow the storyline. I found it a hard go but did make it to the end. I think the prose is excellent and I think I am at fault here. If you don't have a clear grasp of Middle Eastern culture you won't follow this one. ### ⭐ Seemed so promising but turns out to be just a marketing triumph *by F***E on March 14, 2018* This book was the March selection for our book club. Not a single member, and we are a diverse group, finished reading The Dove's Necklace. Several of us used the book as a springboard to cultural research. The plot meanders, is unclear, and has irrelevant characters, locations, scenarios and premise. It really needs significant editing. All of us made a concerted effort to soldier on but ultimately found the book to be a disappointing waste of time. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/75604145-the-doves-necklace-winner-of-the-international-prize-for-arabic](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/75604145-the-doves-necklace-winner-of-the-international-prize-for-arabic) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-15*