Tangled Minds

The Re-Release of Tangled Minds

Florida Author Yvonne Mason Has Answered the Calls of Her Readers
Florida Author Yvonne Mason has listened to her readers and re-released Tangled Minds
Tangled Minds
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PRLog (Press Release) - Mar 28, 2009 - Florida Author Yvonne Mason has listened to her readers and re-released her Suspense Novel Tangled Minds. This novel follows on the heels of her bestselling True Crime Silent Scream and her block buster crime novel Brilliant Insanity.
Ms. Mason has once again proven that she is a leader in the literary world of suspense and intrigue.
Popular Author Ann B. Keller author of Briggen, and The Devils Crescent writes:

Tangled Minds is a masterpiece. In the fine tradition of John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men, Yvonne Mason leads the reader through the twisted and tangled lives of Brianna Van Pelt and her son, Josh, thrusting us into a Pygmalion dilemma that has consumed scholars for decades. Is there such a thing as a "bad seed", an individual whose feet are placed upon a path of crime and evil almost from the beginning? If the circumstances of one's birth or the choices one makes cannot be overcome with love, patience and the rarely grasped opportunity for redemption, what chance is there for any of us?

Thwarted by her parents' tough love, seventeen-year-old, single mother, Brianna, allows herself to be drawn into a new world glittering with easy money and false promises, accepting that proposition that no good girl ever should. With her young son, Josh, in tow, she dazzles with new prosperity, fulfilling the fantasies of not only her glorified pimp, Ken Morgan, but those of a judge and a host of depraved, desperate men in their wake. Ms. Mason's familiarity with the legal system and law enforcement showed through clearly in several well orchestrated scenes, as the long arm of the law repeatedly tried to halt the ring of drugs and prostitution and Brianna and her son fled for the safety of the mountains.

Ms. Mason's understanding of mountain people was stellar. These simple folk protect their own with fierce loyalty and Brianna and Josh find shelter beneath their net of poverty, love, moonshine and madness. Here, transgressors simply disappear, never to be heard from again and the mountains hold their secrets close to their chests as nature smoothes the pothole's dark waters and envelops the hills in song and greenery. Even murder seems somehow justified in a place such as this, but the twisted and convoluted logic of its inhabitants finds no sympathetic ear in the outside world and Josh must ultimately face the consequences of his actions.

And yet, within this story, there lies hope. In Hannah and Miss Amy, we see the opposing force of love, the light of goodness that can blaze through even the meanest dark, if only one has the courage to reach for it. Fragile yet steadfast, this gentler emotion finally reaches even Brianna, a woman some would have classified beyond redemption. In love's golden glow, we find hope, hope for Brianna and Josh and perhaps even for ourselves, as well.

Tangled Minds should be required reading for every high school senior or college freshman, although its audience is clearly much wider. Life is, indeed, full of choices and consequences. An individual may be able to run fast and far, but in the end, he cannot outrun the ultimate judge - himself. True redemption begins from within. May love's tiny flame light the way as we reconcile our past, lift our face into the winds of change and set our feet once more upon the good road. An excellent read!

Ms. Mason has her roots in the south and understand the close knit attitude which is prevelent in that region. She also has a grandson who is ADHD and understands the mental and emotional attitude which goes along with this disability. Tangled Minds is dedicated to her oldest grandson who has this disablity. He is serving time in a juvenile facility for his role in making wrong decisions.

Her story is based on a true crime which happened in the early 1980's in Gainesville, Ga. One of the perpetrators was a friend of her oldest daughter. He served 10 years for his part in the brutal murder of a man who was disabled. Tangled Minds also draws on the experiences of her oldest daughter who had her first child at 16 years old and the struggles she endured because of her bad decisions.

Tangled Minds is filled with actions, reactions, and the non acceptance of the consequences of those decisions. It teaches lessons without being preachy and shows that sometimes love isn't even enough for those who chose to make those bad decisions, however, it also shows that with that love there is always hope.

Ms. Mason's Tangled Minds is available now on Lulu.com and her online bookstore at http://thebookattic.ecrater.com and will soon be available on Amazon.com

She can be reached at ysam51@yahoo.com and her website is www.myspace.com/yvonnemason

Ms. Mason is available for books signings and speaking engagements.
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Yvonne Mason, Published Author Bounty Hunter and Motovational Speaker
Author of Stan's Story, A Touch of Love, Tangled Minds, Brilliant Insanity and soon to be released true crime Silent scream

Mar 28, 2009 6:35 AM | Link | Comments (0) | Add Comment | Report Content

Silent Scream Has Been Released - A True Crime Book About Gerard Schaefer Florida's First Serial Killer

Lulu.com is pleased to announce the release of local Florida Author Yvonne Mason's true crime book Silent Scream. In 1972 Martin County Deputy Gerard Schaefer was arrested for the aggravated assault of two young women by the name of Nancy Trotter and Pamela Wells. They were the lucky ones. They got away.
April 1,1973 the bodies of two more young women named . Georgia Jessup and Susan Place were found on South Hutchinson Island. They had been there for several months. The police investigation which ensued led the authorities back to Gerard Schaefer who was by this time serving six months for aggravated assault on Nancy Trotter and Susan Wells.
The firestorm and the evidence uncovered in the investigation led authorities to believe that Ex-Martin County Deputy Sheriff Gerard Schaefer had killed more than just these four young women. Evidence gathered during a search at his mother's home revealed at least nine and as many as possibly thirty four over a span of six years beginning in 1966 and continuing until 1972.
Until this crime Florida had never experienced anything like what is now known as serial killings. Gerard Schaefer was considered the first perpetrator of this type of crime.
Ms. Mason's Silent Scream gives the victims a voice - a voice which has been silent for over 30 years. Some of the young women were never found, some cases were never closed and there were never any bodies to bury.
Gerard Schaefer took their voice away when he bound, gagged, hung , tortured, and buried their bodies in remote areas. He killed in pairs so one could watch while the other was destroyed.
This is their story, this is their voice and with this voice comes the peace they have never had.
Ms. Mason, reminds us that at any time and any place we can become a victim.
Her book Silent Scream is available at http://stores.lulu.com/theskeletoncloset,
http://thebookattic.ecrater.com and soon to be on Amazon.com and other fine bookstores.

She can be reached at ysam51@yahoo.com and her website is www.myspace.com/yvonnemason

Oct 5, 2008 11:50 AM | Link | Comments (0) | Add Comment | Report Content

Brilliant Insanity

Louis Reinhart has five days to live before he is injected with the lethal cocktail. Louis Reinhart has been given permission to tell the world his side of the story.
The story which was not allowed to be told in court.
The Fort Pierce Sentinel has agreed to send a reporter to interview Reinhart. However, Reinhart has been very specific as to which reporter he will agree to talk to.
Her name is Mandy McQuaid. She is a rookie reporter. This is her first job and she is stuck in the obit section of the paper. Even though the Editor is not happy about Reinhart’s request, he sends Mandy to conduct the interview.
Reinhart has his own agenda. He believes he was justified in his quest for retribution and he wants to share it with the world. Not only does he want to share it with the world, but it is very important that he share it with Mandy.
As Reinhart draws Mandy into his web of lies, and narcissistic behavior one wonders where the next bend in the road leads. What surprise, what evil will pop out to shock and amaze even the most seasoned reader.

Jul 18, 2008 1:20 PM | Link | Comments (1) | Add Comment | Report Content

Silent Scream Review by Ann B Keller Author and Screenplay writer

Silent Scream is one of the most compelling and frightening manuscripts I've ever read! The terror and madness of Schaefer will continue to tug at your psyche all the way through the book.

Yvonne Mason speaks with a profound literary voice for Schaefer's victims. Here, they are silent no longer.

No, I won't sleep well, just knowing that another Schaefer may be out there somewhere. I pray not.

Well done, Yvonne!

Ann B. Keller

Jun 23, 2008 4:48 PM | Link | Comments (0) | Add Comment | Report Content

Silent Scream to be released September 2008 Reviews by Retired FBI Agent Roy Hazelwood and retired Detective Chuck Hemp

"Yvonne Mason has captured the true essence of Gerard Schaefer, a deputy sheriff who
enjoyed torturing and killing young women. It is a gripping story and you should prepare to be disturbed. I guarantee that you will find it difficult to put this book down."

Roy Hazelwood, FBI (ret)
author of Dark Dreams and
The Evil That Men Do

When Gerald Schaefer used his badge and gun to terrorize and kill rather than protect and serve he crossed a line that not only snuffed out the lives of his victims but also affected the lives of their loved ones and the police officers charged with investigating these crimes. In her book “Silent Scream” Yvonne Mason has captured more than just the story, but has also given voices to all of Schafer’s unknown victims. I’m sure there are many.

Det. Lieutenant Chuck Hemp OPPD Ret.

Jun 23, 2008 4:46 PM | Link | Comments (0) | Add Comment | Report Content

Brilliant Insanity Review By Deborah Simpson Poet and Author

Brilliant Insanity to be released July 2008

"Brilliant Insanity" is an unprecedented voyage through the demented mind of mass murderer, Marion Lewis Reinhart. Who is Reinhart? What is Reinhart? Yvonne Mason draws you into a world of suspense and harrowing sadism interjecting lucid illustrations and stark, chilling portrayals. However, Mason leaves no stone unturned as she delicately weaves in the budding romance between Mandy and Allen. With her book, "Brilliant Insanity," Mason has proved herself to be an indelible author. - Deborah Simpson, Author of "Chronicles of a Sage: Spiritual Revelations via Canto" -

Jun 23, 2008 4:44 PM | Link | Comments (0) | Add Comment | Report Content

Tangled Minds Review by Ann B Keller Author and Screenplay writer

Tangled Minds
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PRLog (Press Release) – Mar 26, 2008 – Reviewed by: Ann B. Keller

Background: Ann is an accomplished author who has written several novels including Vortex of Revelation, Trevor's Love and Briggen, which will be released April 4, 2008 by TRIAD. In addition to being a writer, Ann is also the president of Kodron Productions, Inc. and has written several screenplays including Vortex of Revelation and The Devil's Crescent.

Tangled Minds is a masterpiece. In the fine tradition of John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men, Yvonne Mason leads the reader through the twisted and tangled lives of Brianna Van Pelt and her son, Josh, thrusting us into a Pygmalion dilemma that has consumed scholars for decades. Is there such a thing as a "bad seed", an individual whose feet are placed upon a path of crime and evil almost from the beginning? If the circumstances of one's birth or the choices one makes cannot be overcome with love, patience and the rarely grasped opportunity for redemption, what chance is there for any of us?

Thwarted by her parents' tough love, seventeen-year-old, single mother, Brianna, allows herself to be drawn into a new world glittering with easy money and false promises, accepting that proposition that no good girl ever should. With her young son, Josh, in tow, she dazzles with new prosperity, fulfilling the fantasies of not only her glorified pimp, Ken Morgan, but those of a judge and a host of depraved, desperate men in their wake. Ms. Mason's familiarity with the legal system and law enforcement showed through clearly in several well orchestrated scenes, as the long arm of the law repeatedly tried to halt the ring of drugs and prostitution and Brianna and her son fled for the safety of the mountains.

Ms. Mason's understanding of mountain people was stellar. These simple folk protect their own with fierce loyalty and Brianna and Josh find shelter beneath their net of poverty, love, moonshine and madness. Here, transgressors simply disappear, never to be heard from again and the mountains hold their secrets close to their chests as nature smoothes the pothole's dark waters and envelops the hills in song and greenery. Even murder seems somehow justified in a place such as this, but the twisted and convoluted logic of its inhabitants finds no sympathetic ear in the outside world and Josh must ultimately face the consequences of his actions.

And yet, within this story, there lies hope. In Hannah and Miss Amy, we see the opposing force of love, the light of goodness that can blaze through even the meanest dark, if only one has the courage to reach for it. Fragile yet steadfast, this gentler emotion finally reaches even Brianna, a woman some would have classified beyond redemption. In love's golden glow, we find hope, hope for Brianna and Josh and perhaps even for ourselves, as well.

Tangled Minds should be required reading for every high school senior or college freshman, although its audience is clearly much wider. Life is, indeed, full of choices and consequences. An individual may be able to run fast and far, but in the end, he cannot outrun the ultimate judge - himself. True redemption begins from within. May love's tiny flame light the way as we reconcile our past, lift our face into the winds of change and set our feet once more upon the good road. An excellent read!

Tangled Minds is currently being written into a screenplay for the motion picture industry.
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Jun 23, 2008 4:41 PM | Link | Comments (0) | Add Comment | Report Content