This is my first Tarah Dewitt book and I really enjoyed it. I love her writing style and the characters. Good read overall.

3.5

i liked it! wasn’t my favorite or anything, but i enjoyed the characters. small town stuff i’m usually a fan of, and this one’s done well. i don’t have much else to say, it was kind of middle-of-the-road, but i did appreciate the pacing of the third act.

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Not Tarah Dewitt having me SOBBING on a Monday evening.

"It's been a privilege to fall in love with you, Sage."

Savor It is such a tender, cozy love story that is very much on par with Tarah Dewitt's previous releases. Sage & Fisher are fast friends-to-lovers and I just loved LOVED getting to read their story. The small-town vibes were perfect and Fisher was giving Carmy from The Bear (iykyk). I loved this so much. I know that Tarah Dewitt has not yet ventured into the interconnected standalones business, but I NEED more Spunes, Oregon, especially in the form of an Ellis & Wren story asap.

"Love is this. Love is breathing. A sweet, deep, aching relief."

If you're considering picking up Savor It next May, I cannot recommend it enough. Plus, Tarah Dewitt's backlist is a trove of beautiful, heartwarming romances that deserve your love & attention. Here's to Fisher & Sage on their HEA.

This is the first book by Tara DeWitt that I have read. *Me running to store to purchase her previoius books*. I could not put this down. I read until all hours of the night to finish. I held my breath, I cried, I laughed. I ran through the gamut of emotions. Tarah DeWitt just has a way with words. I am thankful I was able to read this in advance. Thank you to Netgalley and publisher.

“You’re all the shapes made perfectly to hold me, and you’re all my favorite colors.”

Sage and Fisher. He’s a burnt-out chef that’s struggling to connect with his teenage niece that he’s now a guardian to. His boss sends him on a summer long sabbatical to a small, coastal town where he meets his temporary neighbor, Sage.

This book was pretty deep — lots of talk about grief and losing loved ones, as well as losing passion for something you loved to do. It did take me awhile to finish but overall it was still a good book!

🪿🛶READ IF YOU LIKE🛶🪿:
- dual POV
- grumpy x sunshine
- he’s a burnt-out chef & single guardian
- close proximity
- temporary next door neighbors
- punny tops & robes
- small, coastal town
- annual summer competition: trivia, cooking contest & canoe race
- gary the goose

cw: death of loved one, car accident, grief, bodily injury, career burn out, mention of divorce

Thank you @smpromance and @netgalley for the advanced copy! Savor It is available on May 21, 2024!

"Savor It" by Tarah DeWitt is a delightful romcom that serves up a perfect blend of spicy summer fun, small-town charm, and heartwarming moments. Set in the coastal town of Spunes, Oregon, the novel introduces us to Sage Byrd, a resilient and relatable protagonist navigating the challenges of a post-breakup life. The story takes an engaging twist when Sage, in need of a win after her ex's sudden engagement, enters into a strategic alliance with Fisher Lange, a former hotshot chef from New York City grappling with loss and redemption.

The Festival of Spunes, the town’s annual summer competition, becomes the backdrop for this charming tale as Sage and Fisher team up as unlikely partners. DeWitt skillfully weaves together their individual struggles, creating a narrative that is both heartwarming and humorous. The author's portrayal of Spunes and its quirky inhabitants adds a layer of small-town charm that enhances the overall reading experience.

The dynamic between Sage and Fisher is a highlight of the novel, and the progression of their relationship from a strategic alliance to steamy rendezvous is both entertaining and emotionally resonant. The characters are well-developed, each carrying their own emotional baggage, and the journey of healing and self-discovery is beautifully depicted.

The thematic elements of redemption, healing, and the fleeting nature of time add depth to the story, making it more than just a lighthearted romance. DeWitt's writing style is engaging, filled with humor, and captures the essence of summer romance. The pacing is well-balanced, keeping readers invested in the evolving relationship between the characters.

"Savor It" stands out as Tarah DeWitt's best work yet, offering a perfect summer escape with its mix of romance, humor, and poignant moments. The novel is a testament to the author's ability to create relatable characters and weave them into a storyline that is both entertaining and emotionally satisfying. If you're looking for a feel-good romcom with a touch of spice, "Savor It" is a highly recommended read that will leave you with a smile on your face and a warm feeling in your heart.

Tarah DeWitt is quickly becoming one of my favorite small-town romance authors! Savor It is so beautifully tender and heartwarming. Sage and Fisher are the perfect contrast of light and dark, grumpy and sunshine, and their relationship is just..... sigh. *So good.* I think my favorite aspect of the relationship between Fisher and Sage is the fact that they're not so wrapped up in each other that they lose themselves - instead, they find the best versions of themselves together. Fisher's emotional growth is inspiring and I love that he is able to voice his feelings and work through his trauma to come out even stronger for himself and for those he loves. I am picking up what they're putting down when it comes to healthy relationship vibes!

This is a story of family, healing, and forgiveness - both for yourself and those around you. It's second chances and second glances. Lost love and found family. I laughed and cried and swooned - all my favorite emotions when it comes to books :-) Don't miss this one, friends!

Thank you to Net Galley and St. Martin's Press, St. Martin's Griffin for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

And side note - can we PLEASE have Wren and Ellis's story next?

I have never read Tarah DeWitt before, and this book makes me want to dive back into her backlist. Savor It is the best kind of romance - one that is funny, and sexy, and also deals with real topics in an authentic way. The way that both Sage and Fischer are processing distant and recent grief while trying to figure out what is next is really captivating. And the tension!! I am usually not a fan of instalove type books, which this isn't specifically, but they certainly waste very little time in turning their fake romance into a real one. But here it works. It'll make you want to move to a small town in Oregon and fall in love with a local, without question.

4.5 stars. Thanks to NetGalley and St. Martins Press for the ARC.

I enjoyed this book but didn’t love it.
Spunes was an adorable town that I would be interested in reading more about. The people were quirky and the setting was described beautifully.
I really liked Sage as a character. I think it’s amazing that she was so good with animals and willing to help anyone that needed it. This book would’ve been a 5 star read if I liked Fisher more. I think he had a great story arc but his backstory didn’t interest me at all. I normally enjoy stories were a main character takes in someone else’s kid but it almost felt like an afterthought at times. Indy seemed to become less important as the book went on. I would’ve liked to see more interactions with her and Sage.

Savor It
Tarah Dewitt
Publication Date: May 21, 2024
Publisher: St Martin’s Press
Genre: Contemporary romance
Rating: 5 stars!

You know what’s appetizing in this small Oregonian coast romance? Everything really, but what I’m focusing on is TRUE, RAW, and OPEN communication between mature adults that are absolutely besotted with each other. You don’t realize how refreshing this is until you dive deep into this story, healing and joining both Sage and Fisher’s hearts from two vastly different pasts. I could picture everything described by the author, from the foggy small town along the Oregon coast to the budding floral farm in Sage’s yard - filled with personable animals, to Fisher’s full sensory experience meals, and to Sage and Fisher’s genuine attraction to each other. Don’t let me fail to mention that this is DUAL POV so you will know exactly how tender hearted both of these beautiful souls are.


This book is a gift and I do not say this lightly in that it will be my top romance read of this year. Also, I am committing myself to read each and every one of Tarah Dewitt’s novels.

Thank you @netgalley, @stmartinspress, and @authortarahdewitt , it was truly an honor to read this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This was another lovely book from Tarah DeWitt. I really enjoyed getting to know Sage, and loved how she was unapologetically herself (well, sometimes she apologized, but it was always made clear immediately that no one else thought she should be apologizing!). DeWitt writes very human and relatable FMC's and it's appreciated. None of her heroines are willing to change themselves just for a man. Fisher was dreamy in the way a MMC should be, while also opening acknowledging his flaws. One thing I appreciate about DeWitt's work is how she doesn't drag her characters through some sort of forced misunderstanding/climactic faux-ending, instead she creates more realistic stories that resolve themselves in believable ways, without running her characters through the absolute wringer. Savor It is an excellent example of a contemporary romance, with a lovely slow burn, a fun dose of faux-dating, found-family, and some adorable animals.

Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice Rating: 🔥🔥🔥 (The chemistry! 🥵)

I just finished this book, and to say it made my heart happy is an understatement. This is due to the happy ending, naturally, but also from learning things from these characters. The Sage Advice both Sage and her mom gave, along with the lessons Sage, Fisher, and Indy learned along the way put some things into perspective for me. A light bulb has gone off, if you will. Learning things from books is a fun little added bonus to the story. Here is one of the pieces of Sage Advice that hit home most for me: People can't follow your rules if you don't make them clear. This applies in all your relationships: parenting, love, and friendships alike. If you don't tell people what is and isn't okay with you, they have no way of knowing.

I think we all knew where Sage and Fisher were headed from the get-go. Their chemistry was instantaneous and so hot (though it was definitely a slow burn!). Even when they were just friends, they were so aware of each other's feelings and needs. That's the dream! I was so uncertain of whether they would actually end up together due to the nature of Fisher and Indy's lives and relationships, and was very much happy with where things landed. Indy crying over her goose made me cry laugh. Quirky things like that made me fall in love with this book. A three-legged cat named Legoless? Genius! References to a phallic shaped building at the beginning of the book had me interested immediately - hook, line, and sinker.

This was a quirky, adorable romance novel that taught me some valuable lessons. I truly enjoyed reading it. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an Advanced Reader Copy to review.

‘Savor It’ by Tarah DeWitt has quickly become one of my favorite books of the year! Sage and Fisher hooked me in from the very beginning and kept me captivated as their love story bloomed into something so beautiful and real. Not to mention Sprunes, a town with such an adorably unfortunate history and adorably quirky residents (farm animals included) that it made me want to leave the city in search for a little haven of my own.

Tarah wrote a story so genuine and raw that you will no doubt be left laughing out loud one moment and fighting tears the next. Despite the tears shed (or maybe because of it), I would recommend this book over and over again. I cannot wait to discover what’s next.

Thank you to Netgalley for the opportunity to read this E-arc for my honest review.
A laugh out loud, beautiful story of love, life and happiness. Wonderfully written with incredible characters. I loved the rescued animals incorporated as well. This book brought tears to my eyes several times…highly recommend to all.

Yay for books set in the PNW! DeWitt's characters are always so real and I loved watching these two figure things out. This is a great read and definitely one to add to your list!

Savor It is *chef's kiss*! Pun completely intended. I LOVED this small town slow burn romance. I'm really hoping that we get a return to Spunes, maybe to see Sage's brothers fall happily in love in turn? This book had me laugh out loud, weep quietly, and smile brightly, and sometimes those feelings overlapped. I'll be happily sharing this with my audience upon release.

absolutely loved the setting of this book. Dewitt did an excellent job of setting the scene, and really integrating her characters into the background of the story so seamlessly. sage was so sweet and her moments of sass were so fun. Fisher and his many struggles were so true to life and watching him overcome them was beautiful. I wish there was a little bit more focus on Sage and her people pleasing tendencies; I would have liked to see her overcome them a little bit. overall a very enjoyable book.

Love love loved this adorable rom com about a small town girl from the Pacific Northwest who falls for a disgraced chef while he’s in town for the summer. Throw in a goose who imprints on his niece and a town full of fun side characters and you have yourself this delightful read. I devoured this one in one sitting and loved every minute of it! Also who doesn’t love a man who can cook

Savor It was an incredible journey of growth, grief and healing.

Fisher and his neice Indy end up in a small town living next door to free spirit Sage and it was the best accident to happen to all three of them.

The openness and honesty between Fisher and Sage was beautiful. They way they both spoke from their hearts with shame or reservation was incredibly touching and refreshing. Miscommunication is one of my least favorite tropes so on the opposite end of that spectrum, when the FMC & MMC are so straighforward it warms my heart. Communication is difficult but the rewards are so worth.

As is this story, the journey, the heartache and the joy that takes place within these pages.

There is a touch of spice but this is mostly poetic beauty during the romantic scenes and sometimes thats more entriguing to me. Just absolutely beautiful and a life lesson we should all hold close.

small town romance, summer fling, and there’s a goose named Gary 🤭Tarah DeWitt always writes the most comforting books. they're fun, cozy and will make you laugh and cry at the same time. her characters and love stories are so lovable and different, which is why I love them so much.

Sage and Fisher might be the grumpy x sunshine duo, but their characters had so much depth. they are so human in their struggles and so so smitten with each other, it was a delight to read. they're both dealing with their own versions of grief and find comfort in each other. as they spend more time together, they savor the small moments in life, no matter how fleeting. I really liked that aspect because it forced them to live in the moment and not worry about what will come after. the love that bloomed between them was tender and peaceful. they're both trying to figure themselves out and find solace in each other. the way they cared about each other was so beautiful and I love how it came naturally. I love them so much.

and the small town, i loved being in Spruce, Oregon🤍 there's a side character I loved and I really hope to get their story because it really pulled my heartstrings.

overall, I absolutely adored these characters and can't wait to talk more about them on May 21st 🥹🫶🏽