Additionally, the conversations and themes interwoven between Bern and Eboni also add to these undertones in a more positive manner. The duo are able to uncover secrets regarding Delany’s treatment and relationships with African Americans from the ’ 60s, which opens this conversation and gives readers a truly unique interpretation on discrimination and hypocrisy. Slocumb is also able to add metaphoric discussions on white privilege and racial discrimination without breaking the flow of the story. Through their studies, they interpret symbols and doodles inscribed on the physical manuscript, track down people who the composer knew before his death in the ’ 60s and more.
With the help of his friend Eboni, the pair delve into the world of “RED” and discover the hidden truth regarding Delany’s major success. Hendricks is contacted by the organization of his life-long favorite composer, Frederic Delany, and is asked to prepare a show based on a rediscovered opera manuscrip t written by Delany, entitled “RED.” The story follows the life of Bern Hendricks, a musicology professor working at the University of Virginia.
Fans expressed their excitement when Slocumb announced that he’d be sendi ng “Symphony of Secrets ” out into the world less than a year after his first publication.Īs expected, Slocumb does not stray far from his musical roots with his second novel. Woven within the intensity of the plot, there are several comical exchanges between characters and even some hidden easter eggs for classical music lovers to enjoy. While Slocumb’s previous novel was criticized for being too intense and without relief, he shows his audience that he’s capable of adding funny and lighthearted elements to his stories. With the release of Brendan Slocumb’s second novel, “Symphony of Secrets, ” fans were anticipating a suspenseful and engaging novel that would have an abundance of plot twists and leave them hungry for more Slocumb novels.Īfter Slocumb’s 2022 release, “The Violin Conspiracy,” readers were able to familiarize themselves with the life of a professional violinist while also keeping up with a fast-paced mystery plotline.
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