The Seven Symphonies
A Finnish Murder Mystery

By Simon Boswell

     Many mystery authors follow a common type of plot: murder, suspects, solving of the whodunit. Rarely do mystery authors feature unique themes to their stories. Mr. Boswell has used classical music-in particular, the composer Sibelius-as a backdrop to his well choreographed mystery where Detective Inspector Miranda Lewis, whose father is a professor of classical music, is involved in a serial murder mystery. Miranda is caught up in finding out who has killed female music students that at first were all violinists. Will she be able to solve the mystery in time?

     Mr. Boswell begins The Seven Symphonies by explaining language issues, and also states that there is a bit of historical information regarding Sibelius and his seven symphonies. This does not need to be read, but it certainly adds to the delight of this well-written novel. As with most well-written mystery novels, Mr. Boswell does a fantastic job in adding plot twists that leave the reader guessing the true murderer until the end.

     This reader highly recommends The Seven Symphonies to any true mystery reader and classical music fan. The Seven Symphonies was a delight to read and kept the reader's attention throughout.