This was a very simultaneously cute and deeply emotional romance. I really felt for the characters and the life circumstances that brought them to where they are now. Very enjoyable!

This was one of my most anticipated reads of the year but am sad to say that I was disappointed.
I tried so hard to love it but I couldn't. The small town lacked charm and seemed stale, the chemistry was non existent, and the premise was bland.

This is the absolute perfect book for the summer! When Fisher loses his Michelin star, along with his love of cooking, his boss sends him to Spunes, Oregon to consult on a restaurant opining. He heads there with his niece, who he is responsible for, after the death of his sister. Once there, the two encounter Sage and none of them will ever be the same.

This one is filled with so much small town fun, along with fake dating that turns into a wonderful friendship. Sage and Fisher were just so dang good together. The chemistry and banter were top notch. The things Fisher says to Sage..my gosh! There are so many tender moments and some heartbreak, but there is also self realization, character building, healing, and some fabulous swoon and spice! I laughed and I cried and I loved every single second of it.

Honestly, the cover is what initially sold this book for me, it is just absolutely gorgeous! Recently I have heard a few of my friends talking about how much they love Tarah DeWitt's books so those two together meant I needed to read this immediately. This was such an incredible novel with an inside as pretty as its outside, and amazing writing to support the story and characters at the center. My heart aches thinking about this book and how much I adored it. I cannot wait to read more from DeWitt in the future.

A cozy slow burn with solid character development.

Sage and Fisher have both gone through deep grief - both processing on 2 ends of the spectrum (deep sadness and chaos that leads to an angry outburst at his job vs optimistic outlook that allows her to keep things moving). When life brings them together in the middle of the night, I was SURE the story would also have a meet-cute plot (it was lowkey not cute at all haha), but it worked as a great intro to Sage and her brothers.

Overall a great read and I definitely recommend!

This was a cute book! It had the signature Tarah DeWitt charm and banter and a fun guest feature from a past book.

I have enjoyed the other books I've read by this author, with Funny Feelings being a favorite. I really love how she blends swoony romance with some harder life emotions like grief and loneliness. I can always count on her to deliver a bingeworthy romance that hits me in my feels.

💕Small town romance
💕a burnt out chef and a small town teacher
💕grumpy x sunshine
💕slow burn
💕Dual POV
Favorite quote from the book: “I remind myself that it’s absurd, that life is not a meritocracy. Just because you do everything right, even if you know you deserve it, doesn’t mean that it will all be perfect in the end. Just because you accomplish a dream doesn’t mean it’ll make you happy forever. Sometimes wonderful people get sick, and sometimes people who were terrible to you have everything go according to plan. It really is what you do with it, what you take with you when you go to bed at night that counts.”

I had a good time, but I didn't connect with the characters as much as in Tarah Dewitt's other books. It felt like there was so much going on we didn't get enough of them, and I loved them and wanted more.

I loved this book! It was my first Tara DeWitt book and it did not disappoint! I cannot wait to see what she does next.

4.5 stars

Yay a book in my state of Oregon! Although this is placed in a much smaller fictional small-town than my own city, but still fun as it highlights all the nature Oregon has to offer. 😁

Now as for the romance, it's like a little reverse of the hotshot lawyer meets her small town hunk, because in this book our female lead is the townie and our male lead is a former hotshot chef. And me personally? I would rather have a chef. Ugh a hot man to make me food? Literally nothing better.

The swooniness of this book, the way Fisher has to restrain himself with Sage, and how they both care for his niece whose having a such a tough time as a teen had me sobbing several times. I loved every minute of this book, especially the ending.

Highly highly recommend to anyone who wants a slow burn, spicy, found-family romance!

"Savor It" by Tarah Dewitt is an absolute delight! 🌞🏖️ This cute rom-com is the perfect companion for a beach day. From the very first page, I was hooked by the charming storyline & relatable characters. The book takes you on an emotional rollercoaster, exploring themes of love, loss, grief, & healing, all while maintaining a light-hearted & humorous tone.

The characters were well-developed, each with their own unique quirks & depth that made them feel real & engaging. The story had a strong start that drew me in immediately, & while it slowed a bit in the middle, it picked up the pace & finished with a satisfying conclusion.

This was my first read by Tarah Dewitt, & it certainly won't be my last! I’m looking forward to diving into more of her work. 📚💕

Thank you to #NetGalley, St. Martin’s Press & Tarah Dewitt for the ARC. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

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3.5 Stars rounded up to 4 because I love Tarah!

This was such a sweet story. I especially loved Sage's character. She was very relatable and I was so happy when she got to experience something new and very much her own with Fisher. Fisher was such a vulnerable character. Learning about his family history made you understand why he put so much pressure on himself to raise his niece properly. The small town setting was so fun, especially with all the characters; it had all the charm and nosiness you expect in a small town book, especially all the lead up to the festival.

I have read everything Tarah DeWitt has written, and I love her mix of romance, swoon, and laugh out loud comedy. She has created great characters with great backstories and plot lines, however, I felt that Savor It felt short of my expectations. This book was hyped so much, which I should also just take as a sign. I didn't feel like the characters really jumped out at me. They were fine, just not super memorable. The story was pretty good, but just felt a bit one note, not as much intrigue as I was expecting.

I'm still a die-hard Tarah fan, and I will continue to buy and read everything she writes, this one just won't be my favorite.

This was a fun book, I listened to it, I liked the main characters and the side characters and could imagine a series

Absolutely great banter and endearing story - a Tarah trademark. Loved this cast of characters and their growth. These books make you feel in the best way

This was a cozy romance, set in a small town and I fully enjoyed it. I liked that it was a slower, moving romance and not instant love and when things got heated up, I needed to fan myself.

I enjoyed that the male main character was a chef and all the food references made me a bit hungry I will recommend this romance to my followers

Thank you St Martins Press for the ARC. Very cool cover and premise. 5 stars for a DNF as I cannot comment on the overall quality of the book.

Sage and Fishers story is one of the cuter ones I’ve read, oh my goshhh. This small town romance is done so well, and pulling in the title of the book brought a smile to my face every time. Such a great summer read!

While it took me a minute to get hooked, this will be one of my top reads of 2024. Immediately, I got hooked into Spunes and I am very much wishing I could take up residence there. Fisher + Sage’s romance felt so real + raw. they tackled real issues + I felt all the emotions reading this book. The Seal + canoe scene had me laughing out loud. I truly loved this book and wouldn’t change a thing!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5

This book was everything!!!

Sage and Fisher start fake dating each other to help solve their problems. Soon they realize their feelings for each other and that complicates everything.

I absolutely adored this book! It was so charming and beautiful. I loved every second of it! I laughed and cried. The writing was incredible and you instantly fall in love with the characters. Sage and Fisher had great chemistry and I loved the communication between them. This was the perfect small town romance!


📘: Savor It by Tarah DeWitt
🗓️: May 21, 2024

Thank you to NetGalley, Tarah DeWitt, and St.Martin’s Press for this ARC!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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