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Gemini Falling
‘First of all, let’s get something straight. This is not going to be one of those stories where the school bitch turns out to have a heart of gold,’
Amie’s the most popular – and the meanest –girl at her exclusive private school, with her trusty second in command Lexy by her side. And she likes it that way. Lexy knows that she deserves Amie’s prized position just as much but dethroning the Queen Bee just isn’t done.
Until mysterious twins Elyse and Melanie arrive mid-term, with a magnetic power that’s impossible to deny, and shake up the school’s social rules. As the twins leave darkness and devastation in their wake, Lexy’s suddenly discovering her own powers of manipulation.
Whilst Amie’s about to learn that it’s not just lonely at the top – it’s terrifying.
Amie’s the most popular – and the meanest –girl at her exclusive private school, with her trusty second in command Lexy by her side. And she likes it that way. Lexy knows that she deserves Amie’s prized position just as much but dethroning the Queen Bee just isn’t done.
Until mysterious twins Elyse and Melanie arrive mid-term, with a magnetic power that’s impossible to deny, and shake up the school’s social rules. As the twins leave darkness and devastation in their wake, Lexy’s suddenly discovering her own powers of manipulation.
Whilst Amie’s about to learn that it’s not just lonely at the top – it’s terrifying.
- GenresFictionYoung Adult
43 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 29, 2013
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About the author
Eleanor Wood
63 books34 followersEleanor Wood lives in Brighton, where she can mostly be found hanging around in cafés and record shops, running on the beach, pretending to be French and/or that it’s the 60s, and writing deep into the night. Her work has previously been published in magazines such as Time Out and The Face. Her erstwhile lo-fi fanzine, Shocking Blues and Mean Reds, won praise from The Independent, Lauren Laverne, and Marmalade magazine, among others.
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September 5, 2016
WHAT THE HELL GOODREADS STOP DELETING MY REVIEWS!!! I originally read this in 2013.
This was a fab little novella from Eleanor Wood, a kind of companion to Gemini Rising, which I loved.
This takes place during the first few chapters of Gemini Rising and fits in perfectly with the narrative of the original story. And boy, does it answer some questions.
A must read if you've read the first.
I only wish it were longer!
Copy provided via Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.
This was a fab little novella from Eleanor Wood, a kind of companion to Gemini Rising, which I loved.
This takes place during the first few chapters of Gemini Rising and fits in perfectly with the narrative of the original story. And boy, does it answer some questions.
A must read if you've read the first.
I only wish it were longer!
Copy provided via Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.
January 10, 2026
Review: Gemini Falling - Eleanor Wood - October 2013
As part of my 2026 mission to finally clear out the "digital dust" on my Kindle, I dove into Gemini Falling by Eleanor Wood. I went in expecting a sharp, Mean Girls-style drama set in an exclusive private school. The opening hooked me immediately: ‘First of all, let’s get something straight. This is not going to be one of those stories where the school bitch turns out to have a heart of gold.’ I love a book that promises a complex, unrepentant protagonist! But oh boy, "complex" doesn't quite cover where this story went.
The story starts with Amie, the reigning Queen Bee, and her loyal second-in-command, Lexy. It’s that classic social hierarchy we all know (and maybe secretly love to read about). But the status quo is shattered when the mysterious twins, Elyse and Melanie, arrive mid-term.
These twins aren't just new students; they have this "magnetic power" that completely disrupts the school’s social fabric. As they leave a trail of darkness and devastation, we see a shift in the power balance. Lexy starts discovering her own talent for manipulation, while Amie begins to realize that being at the top of the food chain isn't just lonely it’s actually terrifying.
Here is where I have to be a bit "homely" and honest with you all: WTF did I just read? I really wanted to love this, especially with such a strong start. But as the pages turned, the narrative started to feel incredibly disjointed. By the time I hit the final page, I felt like I was holding an unfinished manuscript. I was left with so many unanswered questions that it felt like sections of the story were simply missing. It’s like baking a cake that looks beautiful on the outside, but when you cut into it, the center is still liquid batter.
I don't mind a "slow burn" or a "weird" plot, but the transition from school drama to whatever darkness the twins brought felt a bit jagged.
It’s a fascinating premise with a great "villainous" opening, but the execution left me stumbling.
If you like stories that leave a lot to the imagination and don't mind feeling a bit lost by the end, this might be for you. But for me? I’m still scratching my head!
As part of my 2026 mission to finally clear out the "digital dust" on my Kindle, I dove into Gemini Falling by Eleanor Wood. I went in expecting a sharp, Mean Girls-style drama set in an exclusive private school. The opening hooked me immediately: ‘First of all, let’s get something straight. This is not going to be one of those stories where the school bitch turns out to have a heart of gold.’ I love a book that promises a complex, unrepentant protagonist! But oh boy, "complex" doesn't quite cover where this story went.
The story starts with Amie, the reigning Queen Bee, and her loyal second-in-command, Lexy. It’s that classic social hierarchy we all know (and maybe secretly love to read about). But the status quo is shattered when the mysterious twins, Elyse and Melanie, arrive mid-term.
These twins aren't just new students; they have this "magnetic power" that completely disrupts the school’s social fabric. As they leave a trail of darkness and devastation, we see a shift in the power balance. Lexy starts discovering her own talent for manipulation, while Amie begins to realize that being at the top of the food chain isn't just lonely it’s actually terrifying.
Here is where I have to be a bit "homely" and honest with you all: WTF did I just read? I really wanted to love this, especially with such a strong start. But as the pages turned, the narrative started to feel incredibly disjointed. By the time I hit the final page, I felt like I was holding an unfinished manuscript. I was left with so many unanswered questions that it felt like sections of the story were simply missing. It’s like baking a cake that looks beautiful on the outside, but when you cut into it, the center is still liquid batter.
I don't mind a "slow burn" or a "weird" plot, but the transition from school drama to whatever darkness the twins brought felt a bit jagged.
It’s a fascinating premise with a great "villainous" opening, but the execution left me stumbling.
If you like stories that leave a lot to the imagination and don't mind feeling a bit lost by the end, this might be for you. But for me? I’m still scratching my head!
December 31, 2015
This is a companion novella to Gemini Rising. It gives an insight into certain moments in the lives of the 'mean girls', Amie and Lexy.
It falls during the first few chapters of Gemini Rising.
The 2 sides of this novella are totally different. The first part, from Amie's POV, shows her as a victim while spending time with the twins, Elyse and Melanie. It also shows how twisted the twins are.
The second part, from Lexy's POV, shows Lexy as a manipulator as she tries to gain the attention of someone she likes. She does this by attempting to draw his attention towards someone he likes, as well as the twins, but in a bad way.
It is a very quick read and I strongly suggest you read Gemini Rising before reading this.
It falls during the first few chapters of Gemini Rising.
The 2 sides of this novella are totally different. The first part, from Amie's POV, shows her as a victim while spending time with the twins, Elyse and Melanie. It also shows how twisted the twins are.
The second part, from Lexy's POV, shows Lexy as a manipulator as she tries to gain the attention of someone she likes. She does this by attempting to draw his attention towards someone he likes, as well as the twins, but in a bad way.
It is a very quick read and I strongly suggest you read Gemini Rising before reading this.
November 2, 2013
Received a free copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
When I requested this title I didn't realize it was a short story in companion to another book I haven't read yet.
I didn't enjoy this story much and thought it was a little boring. It started to get good and then ended. It didn't make much sense and I didn't feel anything for the characters. When I opened the Goodreads page for this book I noticed that this was a short in companion to Gemini Rising and I think I will read that since it sounds interesting. I think if I read the other book I will understand this one much better.
If you haven't read the other book I wouldn't read this but if you have you may enjoy it.
November 15, 2013
This is a novella to Gemini Rising. The story fits into the beginning of the main book and is told by the "mean" girls. I think you'd really struggle with this if you haven't read Gemini Rising.
Personally I didn't enjoy this novella that much. Between Amie and Lexy I definitely preferred Amie's part of the story but neither girl won me other.
Gemini Falling is a quick read and works if you liked Gemini Rising but I don't think it enhances the original story.
Personally I didn't enjoy this novella that much. Between Amie and Lexy I definitely preferred Amie's part of the story but neither girl won me other.
Gemini Falling is a quick read and works if you liked Gemini Rising but I don't think it enhances the original story.
October 9, 2016
The only reason I didn't give this book five stars is because of the length - or lack of it. In all other respects it is the perfect sequel/prequel (I'm really not sure which) to the main novel, Gemini Rising. The author has really got inside the heads of the two teenage girls involved and in this way fills in the blanks in a way that would have been difficult to do in the main book without interfering with the flow. An ingenious solution indeed.
October 30, 2013
Loved getting inside the head of the bitchy characters! Full review to come.
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