Terrell enthusiastically accepted an invitation from The Ellis School to speak to Ellis Middle School girls. Terrell described how, in middle school and tody, she loved legends and myths, a love that is reflected in Relic. She mentioned Marion Zimmer Bradley's The Mists of Avalon, which tells the Arthurian legend from the female point of view, as a life-changing read for her.

She was impressed with Ellis girls and their curiosity and intelligence, saying that she has spoken to hundreds of school groups but has never had such good questions as she had from our students in grades 5 and 7.

About Relic: When Eva’s twin brother Eamon falls to his death just a few months before he is due to participate in The Testing, Eva insists on taking his place, even though no girl has Tested in 150 years. The Test is a search through the frozen north for a relic from the corrupt tech-worshiping 21st century. But there are threats in The Testing beyond what Eva is prepared for. And no one could have imagined the danger Eva unleashes when she discovers a relic that shakes the Aerie to its core. Learn more about the book here. 

About the Author: Heather Terrell, while working as a lawyer dreamed of fantastical words, myths and legends, and began writing historical novels and young adult fiction. Her historical novels include The Chrysalis and The Map Thief. Her young adult fiction series include Fallen Angel and The Books of Eva. You may read more about Terrell here.