Southern Charm-The Elixir of Light A memoir by Larkspur Ishmael Benhorn

Larkspur and company pursue his step-niece, Lucinda, to New York City. Count Zoltan Apponyi is determined to destroy Larkspur and use the crystal ring for his quest To find Lucinda, Larkspur tracks down Pearl Pinkerton, the famous actress, and Lucinda’s mother. The intriguing Beauregard entices Larkspur with his charm. However, can Larkspur trust him? Larkspur’s sisters, Angelique and Aurora, vie for the affections of Lorenzo as the Divine DiVinci Players perform at the local theater. George is in a dilemma over his desire for two women and joining the abolitionist movement. Enter Penelope Primrose, a flamboyant sleuth, and Muffy, her vampire slaying mutt, to hunt down Zoltan. Surprises await Larkspur when he returns to his beloved Evangeline and the ghosts of the past tell their tales of love and betrayal.The vampire underworld seduces Larkspur, yet he is also attracted to the spiritual world of Cornucopia. Torn between two worlds, Larkspur must use his wits to survive. The harmony of the universe is in the balance as two vampires fight for the ultimate prize – the Elixir of Light!Join in the adventure as secrets are revealed and passions burn in... SOUTHERN CHARM