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Emerald Fire
Pampered city boy meets Heathcliff of the desert The lost colony world of Persis created its own customs in the years without galactic contact. The Keeps developed complex methods of dealing with the harsh desert of the Great Valley and now, Keepers are cherished as caregivers and helpmeets. Emerald Keeper Teeka is no exception. Graduating at the top of his year, young Teeka is prepared to take his first Contract with Senior Hunter Brant. When Brant is killed while out on Stake, Teeka is stranded, surrounded by strangers, and is unsure of who to trust. A dark and moody Hunter steps forward with an offer of partnership and protection. Teeka wonders what motivates the scarred and solitary Senior Hunter Quill. Both have hidden motives for agreeing, and both are suspicious of each other. But the Great Valley will force them to work together and build a trust born out of necessity and survival. Between the dangers of the desert and the malice of a hidden enemy, Teeka and Quill must learn to believe in each other to find the truth. Contains explicit, adult sexual situations intended for mature readers. This is a standalone novel with no cliffhangers and an HEA ending. This is a Sci-fi Fantasy story set on another planet with different traditions and customs regarding male/male relationships - enjoy exploring it with us!
263 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 2, 2019
About the author
A. Catherine Noon
23 books56 followersAuthor • Creativity Coach • Insurance Analyst • Textile & Calligraphy Artist
A. Catherine Noon is a multidimensional creator whose work bridges the worlds of storytelling, strategy, and sensory art. With over two decades of experience in the insurance industry, she brings analytical precision and calm-in-crisis leadership to every endeavor. As a trauma-informed creativity coach and brand strategist, she helps individuals and communities unlock their voice through emotionally resonant storytelling and sustainable creative workflows.
Noony is a published novelist, public speaker, and co-founder of Writer Zen Garden, a global community dedicated to creative exploration. Her work spans genres—from shifter romance to writing how-to guides—and she’s known for her intuitive grasp of audience psychology and visual branding. A lifelong learner and textile artist, she also teaches calligraphy, fiber arts, and creative writing, blending tactile engagement with emotional depth.
Whether she’s analyzing market trends, sketching dragonflies, or crafting a YouTube read-through, Noony’s signature is clarity with heart. She lives on a forest homestead in Washington State, where she finds inspiration in herbalism, folklore, and the quiet magic of the everyday.
Resume Highlights:
• Strategic brand consultant for authors and creatives
• Published author (as A. Catherine Noon), co-author with Rachel Wilder
• Founder of Writer Zen Garden
• Trauma-informed creativity coach and workshop facilitator
• Insurance market analyst with 20+ years’ experience
• Textile artist and calligraphy instructor
• Public speaker and community builder
A. Catherine Noon is a multidimensional creator whose work bridges the worlds of storytelling, strategy, and sensory art. With over two decades of experience in the insurance industry, she brings analytical precision and calm-in-crisis leadership to every endeavor. As a trauma-informed creativity coach and brand strategist, she helps individuals and communities unlock their voice through emotionally resonant storytelling and sustainable creative workflows.
Noony is a published novelist, public speaker, and co-founder of Writer Zen Garden, a global community dedicated to creative exploration. Her work spans genres—from shifter romance to writing how-to guides—and she’s known for her intuitive grasp of audience psychology and visual branding. A lifelong learner and textile artist, she also teaches calligraphy, fiber arts, and creative writing, blending tactile engagement with emotional depth.
Whether she’s analyzing market trends, sketching dragonflies, or crafting a YouTube read-through, Noony’s signature is clarity with heart. She lives on a forest homestead in Washington State, where she finds inspiration in herbalism, folklore, and the quiet magic of the everyday.
Resume Highlights:
• Strategic brand consultant for authors and creatives
• Published author (as A. Catherine Noon), co-author with Rachel Wilder
• Founder of Writer Zen Garden
• Trauma-informed creativity coach and workshop facilitator
• Insurance market analyst with 20+ years’ experience
• Textile artist and calligraphy instructor
• Public speaker and community builder
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