Sonin not only wrote several mystery novels prior to World War II, but also composed music which was recorded by Vera Lynn and Mantovani.
He wrote several mystery novels prior to World War II, and joined the BBC as a writer in 1940, producing scripts for such personalities as Edward G. Robinson and Noel Coward during the war years. Sonin was also a respected composer whose work was recorded by Vera Lynn and Mantovani. 
