Claim: Sonin not only wrote several mystery novels prior to World War II, but also composed music which was recorded by Vera Lynn and Mantovani.
Evidence: 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 Noël Coward during the war years. Sonin was also a respected composer whose work was recorded by Vera Lynn and Mantovani.