The story of a young Paspatank girl and her bond with a wild horse. Set on the Outer Banks of North Carolina in the 1500s.
Pale as the Moon, is now available on Kindle. Price $4.99.
Pale as the Moon is the story of a Paspatank girl and her bond with a wild horse. The story is set on coastal North Carolina in the 1500 and ties into the lost Colony mystery.
Originally published in 1996, the book was recommended by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction and selected by Renaissance Learning's Accelerated Reader Program. It still can be purchased in trade paperback book form from Faithful Publishing, Amazon.com and other online bookstores, as well as your local bookstore.
Professional Reviews
Frisco Native American Museum
Donna Campbell [Smith] has created a fictional, but fascinating look at Native American life in coastal North Carolina four hundred years ago. The bold characters come to life through meticulous details and vivid descriptions that leave the reader with a wealth of information about tribal life and customs. Native terms and geographical markers are skillfully woven through the dialog, lending an air of reality to the enchanting story of bravery and friendship. . . " Joyce Bornfriend, Educational Director, Frisco Native American Museum, Frisco, NC.
Erica Derr, Our State Magazine
There’s nothing like an unsolved mystery to capture the imagination and, in this case, encourage our children to read. This is the kind of book that parents and children (or grandparents and grandchildren) can read together and both enjoy. For beach lovers, horse lovers, and history lovers Pale as the Moon is a welcomed journey back in time.” Erica Derr, Our State Magazine August 2000
Nicki Leone
“This is a well-imagined story that will appeal to all young girls who loved Misty of Chincoteague. But teachers will appreciate the book’s historical significance, and parents will like the picturesque writing. This is a great book for the reluctant readers in the family.” Nicki Leone, Manager/Book Buyer Bristol Books
