This is a small town romance with Sage and Fisher. Fisher is trying to put his life back together after losing his job. He has been newly granted guardianship of his niece. His sister had passed away in an accident three years ago.

Sage takes in orphan animals on her farm. She has a big heart and can’t say no to anyone. She is getting over her last relationship with town golden boy.

This story you see how the couple come together and share their feelings for each other. They also have very deep conversations. I liked seeing how Fisher and Indy come together.

Thank you for this eARC in exchange for my honest review!

2.5 stars
The first time I tried reading this book, I made it through about 36% before getting too bored to continue. This time around I got through the beginning okay but about 50% was the turning point for me.
If you would have told me these MC's were 19 years old, I would've believed you. The way they talked and acted was not equal with an emotionally mature 30 year old. The actual teenagers in this book were more emotionally mature than them.
As for their "relationship," I just didn't think they had any chemistry, emotionally or sexually. They were okay separately but then they were just awkward and cringey when together. And the spice just seemed to come out of nowhere everytime. No build up or tension to be found.
The one good thing I liked about this book was Fisher's fatherly character arc. At the beginning he seemed like he had no idea what he was doing or how to feel about being his niece's guardian but by the end I could tell he was a lot more protective over her and more comfortable about their situation and his new role.

Thank you NetGalley for this review copy. I really loved this book and the cover art is divine. It really drew me in to want to read this book.

a sweet and steamy romance set in a charming coastal town, where second chances, healing, and unexpected love bloom under the summer sun. Sage Byrd, dealing with a recent breakup and desperate for a way to prove herself, teams up with Fisher Lange, a hotshot chef who’s come to Spunes to heal after personal loss. Their partnership begins as a strategic move to help both of them out of their respective jams, but it quickly evolves into something much more intense and heartfelt.

The chemistry between Sage and Fisher is undeniable, with their banter and emotional vulnerability making their relationship feel genuine. The small-town setting of Spunes, with its quirky characters and annual Festival, adds a cozy backdrop to the story, making it feel like the perfect escape. While the plot may follow a familiar "opposites attract" formula, the emotional depth of both characters—Sage’s journey of self-worth and Fisher’s healing process—gives it a unique and satisfying twist.

a perfect read for fans of small-town romance with a touch of heartache and lots of chemistry. It’s a quick, enjoyable escape that will leave you rooting for these two to get their happy ending before the summer ends.

3.5 ⭐️

this was an... interesting read for someone who unfortunately cannot handle cringe and has a deep unsettled fear of geese.
this is my second tarah dewitt book, and each time i'm left feeling dissatisfied. i hear such incredible things about her books, and the plot always has such potential, but then it just doesn't hold up to what it could be. the characters fall flat, the writing feels like it's trying to hard, and im disappointed. i really want to keep trying and working my way through her back list with hopes that something will hit the mark. i'm honestly so sad. i really feel like each book could be a favorite of mine, but for these reasons i just can't do it.

It was cute, but I feel like she lost the plot like maybe half way through. The competition was maybe for like less than a chapter honestly. Their chemistry was nice, but I feel like the book was going in circles and it was so slow. It was like at one point she forgot she was supposed to put in a competition and things containing that so it was soooo rushed. Like I was expecting this crazy competition, but it didn't hit. Love the characters though.

I fell in love with DeWitt's writing in this book! The setting and characters were near perfect for me. There were moments hard to read and you felt for the character! Immediately after finishing this, I picked up another one of DeWitt's backlist and I'm now reading everything by her! Can't wait for the newest release!

A Cozy, Slow-Burn Romance with a Dash of Sass

Tarah DeWitt delivers another charming, small-town romance with Savor It, perfect for fans of fake dating, witty banter, and food descriptions that will make you hungry. 🍽️

Sage and Fisher have an undeniable chemistry, and I loved how their relationship developed—from reluctant allies to something deeper. The small-town setting was adorable, the side characters (and animals!) added so much personality, and Fisher’s grumpy-chef energy? A whole mood. But the pacing felt a bit slow in places, and I wished for just a little more tension in the romance.

That said, if you love cozy, character-driven love stories with a hint of spice and a lot of heart, Savor It is definitely worth picking up! 💕

I loved the maturity in Sage and Fisher’s relationship—DeWitt’s approach to writing 30-somethings who actually communicate is so refreshing. They take accountability, express their feelings (even when it’s awkward), and avoid the usual grumpy-sunshine trope pitfalls. Fisher isn’t just broody for the sake of it; he’s reserved, and Sage’s warmth helps him grow. More authors should take this route!

The book also handles grief beautifully, from Fisher and Indy’s evolving dynamic after losing Freya to how Sage and her brothers process their own childhood loss. These moments felt authentic and deeply moving.

I only wish we saw more of Fisher rekindling his passion for cooking in his actual work environment.

This was a very cute romance that had a good plot, great side characters that I can't wait to read about in another book! Loved both main characters as well! Very cute overall l

Savor It was such a lovely and fun read. This small town Oregon romance between Sage and Fisher had me swooning, giggling, tearing up, laughing, and wanting to say YES CHEF! I really “savored” this novel and will definitely be reading more of Tarah DeWitt in the future!

Loves:
-the small town Oregon beach town setting
-the LIBRARY SCENE 🔥
-this book made me genuinely laugh multiple times
-the chemistry between Fisher and Sage!!
-Fisher is a chef (SO HOT)
-the animals on the farm were such a nice touch
-Sage and her ability to dive head first into anything

Dislikes:
-at times the story dragged a little bit
-the ending! I wanted more!

Savor It by Tarah DeWitt

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Tarah DeWitt delivers another charming, heartwarming romance in Savor It, filled with witty banter, slow-burn tension, and all the cozy vibes. The small-town setting feels immersive, the characters are lovable, and the chemistry is undeniable. Perfect for fans of heartfelt romance with a touch of humor and depth. If you love grumpy-sunshine dynamics and food-centric love stories, this one’s a must-read!

Originally left a review on Goodreads, but Tarah’s writing is a delight to read. Savor It was beautifully crafted with multiple levels of romance and grief.

Fun and sooo sexy! This book made me laugh with the whitty banter between the two main characters. This book rekindled my love for small-town romance! If you enjoy heartfelt stories with charming towns, authentic characters, and a perfect mix of sweet and steamy romance, Savor It is a must-read. The story feels incredibly authentic. The characters—Fisher, Sage, and Indy—navigate loss and heartbreak in a way that’s raw and believable. Even the plot unfolds naturally, without feeling forced, making it a truly refreshing read.

Grief is handled beautifully. Losing a loved one is never easy, and this book captures that pain and healing process with care and realism.

This book was so cute. I loved the build up and tension with Sage and Fisher but also really appreciated the coming of age we experienced with Indy and the way her relationship with Fisher was healed.

This was one of my most anticipated reads and it lived up to my expectations. It was swoony, sweet and the tender moments were to live for. I also appreciated that there was a strong communication between the leads, and don’t even get me started with how fun the quirky side characters are

Cute romance - I liked both main characters and the premise was good. That said, it started out slow and took me longer to get into it than I expected, but once I did, I enjoyed it.

Although Tarah DeWitt is a new author to me, I have heard so many great things about her books that I knew I was going to enjoy this one. And as someone who loves small town romance this was p alley. Savor it was fun, flirty, but still gave me that warm and cozy vibe that I love in small town romances.

Sage and Fisher were made for each other, the number one thing that I loved about them is their communication! I don't know if their age was mentioned (if so, I totally missed it) but they were mature and communicated to each other well. Sage was charming and I would love to be her friend. She was funny and is pretty much what you would picture as the girl next door. I adored Fisher, he was sweet and knew that he had thing to work on, not only for his benefit but also for his niece who he unexpectedly became a legal guardian for.

Overall, would highly recommend!

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin Press for giving me a copy. All opinions are my own.

This was so good! I read it in one day and cried at the end. The chemistry between the fmc & mmc was palpable.

3.5 stars rounded up.
This book was written well and I even really enjoyed the storyline and plot. I felt the characters had a lot of promise and potential but that’s about where the interest ended for me. I don’t feel like there was ever any relationship being built up, all this time passed and we were told they felt a certain way about each other but I never really felt the connection.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the arc of this book!