Was on prime first reads and netgalley for a read now. I was not impressed with this one and it made me really sad! Couldn’t really figure out what the book was…mystery, thriller, romance, I would have liked it to pick a line and stick more with it for my preference. It was also pretty slow going. Overall not on the top of my list for a read or to suggest to friends. Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for a chance to read and review with my honest opinion.

This book was merely average. It focused more on character development than on the storyline, making it feel disorganized and unenjoyable. While some moments were entertaining, others were overly dramatic to the point of absurdity.

This book was, okay... I felt the writing was a little all over the place, and lacked a true plot. I felt the book was very similar to a knockoff tv show.
Enjoyed the character development, just wished for more plot!

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC! :)

I received an ARC of this book through NetGalley.

This was a well-written book, though not exactly the type of book I usually read. It felt like a TV series, with lots of characters getting involved in sticky situations, almost always involving sex. So it might be great for fans of Sex In the City, Peyton Place or some of the reality TV series that focus on that subject matter.

Addison is the main character. She loses her job as a matchmaker and moves to Beverly Hills, where her aging uncle lives. She is the concierge in a condo building known as Divorce Towers, because most of the residents there are on the rebound from a divorce, or two or three.

Reasonably entertaining, more so if you are into this type of thing.

Thank you NetGalley! What a different setting for a book. I’ve never read anything like it and I thought it was great! Almost makes you think about what if there were a place like that in real life. Really let’s into the lives of those who were scorned in their marriages

Divorce Towers by Ellen Meister struck me as a more subdued soap opera, but with a heavy focus on sexual escapades rather than compelling drama. Throughout the story, I kept expecting the plot to introduce an "evil twin," a classic soap opera trope that thankfully didn’t materialize. However, the novel's primary emphasis on the romantic entanglements among its characters, all of whom are in their fifties and beyond, left me disappointed.

My anticipation for this book was fueled by my enjoyment of Meister’s Dorothy Parker stories, which I found to be both engaging and well-crafted. Unfortunately, Divorce Towers diverges significantly from that style and did not resonate with me. The book's fixation on the sexual dynamics within an apartment building overshadowed any deeper thematic exploration or character development.

This book was gripping and hard to put down. It didn't feel like everything else you see out there, it felt very fresh. I really enjoyed this book!

The synopsis appealed but without a cohesive plot I found the end result painfully boring.

DNF’d at 78%.



Thank you to Montlake and NetGalley for the DRC

Watching Addison navigate her new life while battling her own resolutions is both hilarious and touching. Her journey from being the world’s most guarded concierge to finding love where she least expects it is both uplifting and compelling. If you’re looking for a book that’s brimming with humor, heart, and a splash of glamour, this one will not disappoint. It’s a delightful rollercoaster of emotions and romance that keeps you eagerly turning pages. I can’t wait to read more from this author.

Ehhhh this book was barely just 'okay' because it was all character building and little plot. I felt everything was just all over the place and it was not enjoyable. Some things were funny and other things were just so beyond dramatic it was ridiculous.

Addison starts off this book admitting she cheated on her fiancé while being employed for a matchmaking service. Quite obviously, this is not dear Addie's perfect career path. Cue a flight to LA to meet her Uncle Arnie, a retired plastic surgeon, who is willing to use his clout to help his niece achieve a different journey with her employment. Our MC is honored to become the newest concierge at Beckman Towers- or Divorce Towers- or "camp counselor to the rich, glamorous, and horny."
Zach Bolton- precious angel cupcake who is smart, geeky, a cat lover, and deserving of all things sweet in life. What is he doing in Divorce Towers? The only not horny robot, really.
Now, for the things I liked:
I love reading about wealthy socialites- it's so unlike anything I'm used to to experience the sheer hijinks they can get up to with their abundance of money, jewelry, and scandals. This book contained plenty of characters who had secrets- why they were living there, what they wanted for their futures, and who they had their eyes on. The chapters were short and easy to digest, popular tourist spots were mentioned in LA, which just means I found the atmosphere was built well.
I didn't like:
The confusion of genres. I thought there would be some thrill, but the mystery felt so mild in comparison to the rest. Some of the POV's didn't feel necessary, and some of the other characters felt rushed. I felt confusion often on where it was going, but it never truly arrived anywhere.

Thank you so much to the author and the publisher for the EArc.

This book was fantastic! Kept me guessing what would happen all the way up to the plot twist at the end!

interesting book about many people living in the towers from Addison who works there to her uncle arnie. Also we meet Zach, Maya, Carly and dante. These are some residents and there are many others that work there. This story is mainly told in Addison point of view and we see Carly and arnie and their issues. Loved the sub plot of looking for an egg. Loved that she is trying to figure her life out and trying to make good choices and not cheat. There is mention of kevin bacon.

I enjoyed nothing about this book. It is “ all over the map” with way too many characters and no where near enough plot.

Addison moves to LA to work as a concierge in the building when her great uncle lives. The building is nicknamed “Divorce Towers” due to the constant influx of newly single.

The cover of the book let me think this was a thriller, but I would say it is a romance with some mistary. The story is told in 3rd person with multiple POVs: Addison, Arnie (her uncle) and Carly (a young woman that moved to the building). There is a reality show vibe, with rich people drama.

Overall I liked the story and I would try other books from this author. My rating is 3,5 stars.

Thank you Netgalley for a copy of the book for an honest review.

I really enjoyed reading this book as I found many parts of it causing me to laugh out loud. There really didn’t appear to be a real message but for me it didn’t take from the book for me.

I liked that this book was told from multiple points of view. I thought the idea of the book was unique and the the characters were different enough that I enjoyed reading this. I liked Addison the main character and the men. I feel like this book would make a good series or tv show with all the drama and romance.

Divorce Towers by new to me author E. Meister, published by Montlake, is a stand alone, slow, very slow romance novel, told in multiple povs.
Difficult to connect with characters and story, not my fav read. I read the blurb and was intrigued.
Blurb: Addison Torres has nothing left to lose in New York: no job, no fiancé, no parents to lean on. So when Uncle Arnie offers her a concierge gig in sunny California, she hops on a plane without looking back.
Before it all came crashing down, Addison had a matchmaking career and handsome partner―then she got a little too cozy with a client. Digging her way out of the wreckage, she’s taken a strict vow of celibacy.
Unfortunately, Addison’s new home is where such promises go to die. As concierge at the luxurious Beekman Towers―nicknamed “Divorce Towers” due to the constant influx of the newly single―she’s in constant demand by Beverly Hills’ most eligible and entitled bachelors. Like Dante, a cocksure talent agent. And Zach, an adorable tech wizard.
Addison Torres thinks she’s ready for anything except love. But in Divorce Towers, the world’s toughest concierge may have finally met her match.

kinda cute kinda not it. very confused about what the genre is - mystery, thriller, romance? unfortunately this didn't quite work for me just because i was confused by the character motivations from start to finish. the drama was DRAMATIC and the characters' were making silly actions left and right. i think if you're looking for a soap opera type of novel - this is for you!

I enjoyed reading Divorce Towers this afternoon. It was an ensemble cast,/with multiple POVs, which I don't read enough of anymore, but I can totally see this being a hit show or film similar to Only Murders in the Building. It's being billed as a thriller, which is a disservice to the book and author. It's contemporary fiction set in a Los Angeles apartment block for the rich and famous. It's a study of society and the interactions in the building between its staff and residents. I'd like to reread this as an audiobook because I think it would be a hoot, especially with an ensemble cast of narrators!

Thank you to Montlake for the opportunity to read Divorce Towers, it's out now and is free on KU too!! #DivorceTowers #NetGalley