Super Short Summary

Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb explores two intertwined time periods: the 1920s and the 2020s. The story follows a white musician who steals the original compositions of a Black, neurodivergent woman in the 1920s, passing them off as his own. A century later, a dedicated music professor strives to uncover the truth and grant her the recognition she deserves, navigating institutional racism, intellectual property issues, and the enduring emotional impact of music. Descriptions of domestic abuse, racism, and institutionalized racist violence appear in the book.