And why was this so cute?? This was my first novel by DeWitt and I'm sold. It was light, easy to fly through, and just what I needed getting ready to go into summer. Definitely worth the pick up!

LOVE LOVE LOVED THIS ONE. I was so excited when Tarah put this one up for a limited time on Net Galley, as she has quickly become one of my favorite authors. Funny Feelings remains one of my favorite books. Fisher and Sage were such relatable and well written characters. Dewitt does such a nice job of creating fresh and unique stories that do not feel like your stereotypical romcom. This one really pulled on the heartstrings while also making you laugh. I will highly recommend this one to friends!

Sage Byrd loves her small town life in Spunes, Oregon. She’s never felt like anything was missing amid her hodgepodge collection of farm animals and keeping the town boutique in business buying fancy robes. When Fisher Lange arrives for the summer with his 15 year old niece Indy, Sage realizes that there may have been one thing her life was missing: a partner who truly saw, accepted and loved her. Fisher’s only in town for the summer, though, so they have to savor every moment of their romance before time runs out.

Tarah Dewitt is honestly magical. This book was everything. I honestly feel like it healed parts of my heart that have taken a beating in my real life over the past few months. I couldn’t put it down, I laughed and I cried and I cheered Sage and Fisher on all the way to the canoe race finish line and into their happy ending.

Everyone should read this one. Especially if you love: 🛶 small town charm 🪿 comedic relief geese 📚 library rendezvouses 👨🏻‍🍳 “yes chef” 🌺 sizzling banter and chemistry ☀️ summer romance ❤️‍🔥 slow burn

Thank you to Netgalley and St. Martin’s Griffin for the advanced copy to read and review. All opinions are my own.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐⭐
🌶️🌶️

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁:
- Summer Romance
- Opposites Attract
- Stars Hollow-esque town
- Slow Burn

Fisher and Sage, couple of the summer? I think so!

Savor It is the type of love story that you know is probably going to break your heart but you don’t care because the hurt is only going to make the HEA that much more impactful. Ya’ll know books never make my cry but this one did have me sniffling and I will SHOUT to the rooftops that Fisher and Sage must be protected at all costs.

Fisher (chef, single guardian of his niece) is trying to get back on his feet after events back home have him feeling lost, meets Sage (the town’s sunshine who is probably the sweetest person you’ll ever meet) in the small town of Spunes, Oregon.

There is an instant spark but it is the gradual development of their friendship into romance that shines through. The constant communication. The small gestures. Knowing Fishe’s presence in Spunes has an end date adds tension and had me almost skipping dinner to finish because I had to know what was going to happen.

Amongst the sizzling chemistry and fun banter, the citizens of Spunes give you the laughs and busybodies a la Stars Hollow.

Savor It is a must-read and should be at the top of your May TBR!

4 ⭐

"you once told me you thought you were a lot of nots. i want you to know that to me, you're everything."

so...this book is summer in a bottle. it was so warm and cozy, with beautiful descriptions and just-the-right-amount-of-quirky characters. the first 60% is very slow burn and quiet, and then everything speeds up all at once. i wish the second half was as fleshed out and detailed as the first, but i do love how everything came together in the end.

tbh, the little squad of farm animals were the true main characters.


*thank you to netgalley for the digital arc. this is my honest review and all opinions are my own*

This is a very sweet story about grief/loss, love and animals! It was my first by this author and definitely won’t be my last, Potential trigger warning to those grieving—multiple losses occur off the page.

ARC Review. 5 STARS and a new favorite romance! This was EVERYTHING I want in a romance novel. I put the book down at the 80% mark for the evening because I didn't want the story to end (dare I say I wanted to "savor it"?). Sage and Fisher were well fleshed out characters; I adored them both. I LOVED the small town setting, side characters, and adorable pets. I laughed, teared up, swooned, and more. This story felt both comforting and therapeutic. I will definitely be picking up a physical copy to re-read this summer.

I loved this book! Sage and Fisher were so cute, and I love love loved how they accepted and loved each other for exactly how they were. I really enjoyed the small-town setting - Sage’s house/farm and the town itself. Seriously, now I want to move into a house with a cute sunroom and everything. There were definitely some parts that made me giggle, but it was also a story that was not lacking in depth. Seeing Fisher further his relationship with his niece, Indy, was very sweet too. I thought the topics of death and grief were handled very well. I really loved seeing Sage and Fisher become each other’s person. I would absolutely recommend this book! It was so sweet and the characters were so lovable!

Thank you so much to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martins Press - Griffin for the ARC of this book in exchange for honest feedback.

I don’t even know how to start this review so I’ll just say that this book was very good. It’s more of an emotional romance than I normally gravitate towards but the slow, simmering burn in this book is so good. Did it drive me crazy at times that Fisher was getting in his own way? 100% but he repeatedly redeemed himself in the end.

The only annoying thing in this book for me was the fact that their relationship really doesn’t take off until over halfway into the book. You spend all this time just WAITING for them to get together and by the time they do the books already ending but the build up is good so I guess that makes up for it.

I’d give this a 1.5-2 spice level rating. If that’s not your thing you can easily skip those sections without any impact on the storyline.

4-4.5 stars. If you love a small town romance this is a great choice!

This book is a work of art. I loved every minute of it! The characters—animals included—were all amazing. I found myself wanting a friend like Sage, and I loved how she “jumped feet first” into everything. This was only my second book by TD, and I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next!

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the ARC!

Grumpy meets sunshine ✅
Small town romance ✅
Fake dating ✅
Small town girl big city boy ✅
Solo dad ✅
And it all blends in so well …!

Fisher a famous Michelin star New York based chef moved temporarily to the small town of Spurnes where he met his quirky neighbor Sage. He is navigating the loss of his sister, the loss of his job and how to take care of his niece.
This book is so fluffy, I loved every minute. I am just disappointed that we do not get a full summer festival competition (the cooking part especially I felt rob!) and more Indy/Fisher moments.

5 ⭐️ & 2 🌶️

loved this book! The characters were interesting and had so much depth. I laughed a lot and even got tears in a few spots. It wasn't just a love story, but a story about accepting yourself the way you are and that sometimes settling is not the right word for being happy with what you have and have accomplished. You decide what's enough for you and who your people are! Sage feels small and unimportant yet she has so much to offer, Fisher feels like a failure and Indy is just angry all the time. It's great to see how they have all grown and the life lessons they learned as the story concludes. All the characters in the book were interesting or quirky. They all had some connection to Sage . Well written and a very enjoyable read!

If you're seeking a heartwarming escape into small-town charm with a side of swoon-worthy romance, look no further than Tarah DeWitt's latest gem, "Savor It". Set in the quaint town of Spunes, Oregon, this book delivers on all fronts, from its endearing characters to poignant themes.

Sage, a local high school teacher, is at the heart of the story, and Fisher, who finds himself in Spunes for the summer with his niece, Indy. Their slow-burning romance is nothing short of enchanting, with Fisher's grumpy yet irresistible demeanor perfectly complemented by Sage's infectious joy for life. Their journey is a testament to the beauty of communication and living in the moment, offering readers sage advice wrapped in a delightful love story.

But it's not just the main characters that steal the show; the supporting cast, including Fisher's relationship with his niece, adds depth and emotion to the narrative. Watching them heal and grow together is both heartwarming and inspiring.

DeWitt's writing shines, effortlessly weaving banter, puns, and imperfect yet lovable characters into a narrative that is as engaging as it is relatable. The town of Spunes comes alive on the page, its charm and vibrancy serving as the perfect backdrop for this captivating romance.

Beyond its romantic elements, "Savor It" offers valuable life lessons about finding joy in the present moment and staying true to oneself. It's a story that will make you laugh, cry and ultimately leave you with a smile on your face, eager to savor life a little more.

"Savor It" is a must-read for fans of small-town romances, character-driven narratives, and steamy slow burns. This book will surely become a favorite among romance enthusiasts with its compelling storyline, memorable characters, and heartfelt themes. Don't miss out on this journey!

"Savor It" is a delightful novel that will leave readers hungry for more. With its rich storytelling, vibrant characters, and mouthwatering descriptions, it's a book that truly satisfies the soul. "Savor It" is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Something about this book just didn’t work for me. It definitely has major potential. Parts of it were great. Other parts were just…nothing. The pacing felt very off. I get a slow burn, but this didn’t feel much like slow burn. It just felt like nothing, then all of a sudden, everything, and then a rushed ending. The dialogue between characters was cute, good banter, just not enough of it to save the book from being only ok. Not enough investment in the side characters either. I did enjoy the couple of Funny Feelings Easter eggs though.

Tarah has done it again! My favorite of her books to date! The romance was everything I could want, but the emotional self journey each of the main characters took punched me right in the gut. The growth Sage and Fisher displayed by the end of the book had me tearing up while simultaneously giddy with glee!

I loved the setting of Spunes and Sage’s hobby farm! The plot was fun and easy to read. My favorite thing though was probably how enamored Fisher was with Sage. He loved her exactly as she was and had no qualms with telling her!

I could have read a hundred more pages centered around Sage, Fisher, Indy, and the animals!

Simply put, this book made me feel ALL the best feelings!

Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin’s for the ARC! I throughly enjoyed this book. Well written with a sweet message about finding your place in this world.

Small town adverse Fisher ends up stuck in Spunes, Oregon for the summer with his orphaned niece in tow. Sage, Spunes small town sweetheart, saves Fisher from his run-in the local police department and Fisher offers to returns the favor. Sage takes him up on his offer and eventually the two become quick friends. As things heat up between the pair they try to keep things causal with Fishers summer end departure looming over them. Will Sage be able to sell Fisher on small town life? Or will their summer fling end with two broken hearts?

Fisher had some incredibly relatable anxiety moments that cracked me up. These scenes made me feel so seen! Some sage advice- read this book!

“Savor It” by Tarah DeWitt
Taking a Break & Starting anew
I loved my time in this story (despite the spicy scenes some folk seem to need). It was the love, chuckles and the tears that kept me wrapped up in this story. Hey, there are some sage tid-bits shared within these pages, too! This was indeed a worthy read. Happy Reading ! !
Note: This review expresses my honest opinion.

I really enjoyed this one, I thought it was a little slow in the middle, it felt like it took a little too long for Sage and Fischer to act on their feelings. Also the storyline surrounding why Carlie is opening up a restaurant in a town that only has tourists for a few weeks a year seemed a bit unbelievable to me since she’s coming from such a renowned family of restaurnnteers.

I would like to thank St. Martin's Press, NetGalley and Tarah Dewitt for this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

This book was very adorable in its own way! the characters were extremely lovable, and the cover of this novel is beyond gorgeous. I did feel at times that i was reading a lot of nothing? i felt it was very rushed at times. I would of LOVED to know more about Indy, Fishers niece and her backstory. I don't find she was mentioned enough at all in my opinion. I would of loved to see more bonding moments/connections between her and Fisher and more of growth. Not much happened in this book until the very end and i find it came very rushed and all at once.

i am beyond grateful i had a chance at an ARC of this one though!