The Widow's Web
Trust no one.
When tech mogul Brad Jones is found drowned off the Marin coast, his death is quickly ruled a suicide. But his wife, Dr. Anna Jones, a renowned cyberpsychologist, isn’t convinced. Driven by grief and suspicion, Anna begins to dig into Brad’s past, uncovering secrets that lead her deep into the world of Silicon Valley’s elite.
As Anna delves deeper, she crosses paths with Scott and Kristy Lyle, influential figures with connections reaching the highest echelons of tech power. The deeper Anna goes, the more she realizes Brad’s death is tied to a dark, longburied secret — one that powerful people would kill to protect. Caught between the dangerous truth and powerful enemies, will Anna risk everything to expose the sinister forces at play?
About Susan
Susan Moore is an author and screenwriter whose creative journey has been fueled by the world of technology. Her work captures the essence of what it means to be human in a complex and ever-changing world. She has over three decades of experience working in the film, tech and media, most notably at Skywalker for Lucasfilm Ltd.
She has been successfully published worldwide for the ‘Nat Walker Trilogy’ and ‘Power Families’ series, and has an MA with distinction in Creative Writing from Kingston University, London. Her thriller, ‘The Widow’s Web’, was published by Bloodhound Books on January 16th 2025.
Other Books
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Indigo Island
The third riveting story about orphan heiress, Nat Walker, and her robot dragon, Fizz. Nat has faithfully followed the clues her father has left her from beyond the grave, and she is closing in on the prize. Soon, all will become clear and her future path determined. But it will be a dangerous one, and not for the faint-hearted... A page-turning story that brilliantly combines action and adventure with a search for family and knowledge. Completely gripping!
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Crimson Poison
Nat Walker is the orphan heiress to her parents’ games empire. While the mystery behind their deaths remains unsolved, Nat must fend off the unwelcome and avaricious attentions of her aunt, who is keen to “adopt” her and her millions. When her guardian, Jamuka, is called back to Mongolia by a clan emergency, Nat discovers vital information about the poison that is killing his people. She decides to follow him, and in doing so, becomes drawn into the deadly game of revenge, corruption and world domination that is playing out against the snowy white Steppes.
"I think it's brilliant"
Rick McCallum, Producer, the Star Wars prequels
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Emerald Secret
Nat is perched on the prow of the Junko as it glides up the Thames one cold, drizzly night. London is to be her home for the next year, and it looks to be a strange and uninviting place after the bright lights and fast pace of Hong Kong. Little does Nat know that she and her dragon-robot, Fizz, are at the start of their second adventure, one that will see them become lost in the high-tech world of one of her father’s games and seeking out a long-lost Chinese sword. Secrets that have been kept hidden for decades will be revealed and Nat will learn some startling things about her family, her future, and herself…
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Critical Acclaim for The Power Families Book Series
‘A great, fun book with a strong environmental message’
Zac Goldsmith, Editor, The Ecologist
Reviews & Articles
Crimson Poison
Great kids Sci-fi
Review by Waterstones, Sheffield
It has the feeling of good old Saturday morning cartoons with fun characters and action. A refreshing new book for the age range, there aren't many good science fiction books for kids that come close to this kind of theme, but any kids who loved Big hero 6 will immediately enjoy this book, given the hero has a pet robotic dragon and rides a hover board!
Crimson Poison
"This is one of the best books I ever read!"
By Edie, aged 9
“This is one of the best books I ever read! I love all the new technology, and I would give anything to try a Popko juice. Also, wolves are my favourite animal, and they feature in this book so I couldn’t turn it down! I admire the bravery of Nat, the calmness of Jamuka , and the style of Wen. Even though I love the two girl characters, Jamuka is still my favourite.” – via Toppsta
Crimson Poison
"It’s a lot of fun"
Review by Geekdad
The world of Crimson Poison is filled with fun gadgets: the kids all have little robots that serve as smartphones and companions; they ride Sliders, a sort of hoverboard scooter; e-textiles in their T-shirts let them display photos and videos of their choice. It’s a lot of fun, even with scheming aunts and evil masterminds, and I can imagine a lot of kids will want Sliders and robots of their own after reading this one.
Read the full review on Geekdad
Emerald Secret
"Mysterious… Secretive… Exciting…"
Review by Julia Marsen
Our two year 5&6 book clubs met to discuss Emerald Secret and the conversations abounded with these words- ‘Mysterious… Secretive… Weird… Adventurous… Technological… Futuristic… Exciting.’
Many of the Book Clubbers LOVED the character Ivy, who was described by one as ‘a crazy maniac’. We all agreed that Susan Moore had created a really successful villain and we appreciated Moore’s use of malodorous descriptions to depict Ivy as the perfect, if a little smelly, ‘baddy’.
Read the full review on Ottie and the Bea
Emerald Secret
"…it's facinating…"
Review by Primary Times
I would recommend it to my friends as I think it's facinating how they have come up with inventions that might be around in the future. I think both boys and girls would like it and it would be good for children aged 9 to 12/13. My favourite bit was when Nat entered the virtual reality world for the first time. I didn't like it when Ivy admits to killing Jamuka as I think it defeats the object of a mysterious murder. I would give it 4 stars out of 5. – via Primary Times
Emerald Secret
"…a fast-paced adventure story…"
Review by Sandra Hill
Kickass heroine Nat Walker moves to London to start boarding school, as directed in her late parents' will. Readers will be rooting for Nat as she navigates a new city - and unknown villains - with many a wrong turning along the way... – via Reading Zone
BBC Radio Interview with Susan
Why Are Orphan Heroes Such Compelling Protagonists In Children's Literature?
by Susan Moore
Read the article on the Writers & Artists site.
Interview
Star Wars' Skywalker Ranch became second home for robot-loving North Staffs kids author
By John Woodhouse
A boarding school, a grand old building, spooky, atmospheric, and a young pupil making their way into an unknown and magical world. By rights, Susan Moore should have written Harry Potter.
Instead her past life as a pupil of Denstone College would give her an unwitting insight into the psyche of one of children's literature's most engaging and original characters, Nat Walker, the orphan heiress to a games empire, drawn into a deadly game of revenge, corruption and world domination.
Read more on the Sentinel site
Interview
Susan Moore author interview
By Reading Zone
We asked Susan Moore to tell us more about the trilogy, creating settings for her stories and what she has planned for the final book!
Read more on the Reading Zone site
Contact
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