3.75

I did enjoy this, it was my first Tarah DeWitt novel and I am very much looking forward to reading more of her works. Sage and Fisher were both realistic and yet relatable characters who fit together nicely. And the way they both dealt with their grief and trauma so differently was incredible to see.

This book was so cute!! I loved the small town setting and would absolutely love to see more out of Spunes!! I loved the quirky townspeople and all of the animals. Sage and Fisher were absolutely adorable. Loved the message of making your world and your life as big or as small as you want it to be.

I really enjoyed this book that I read it in one day! It was a sweet romance book and I loved it. The characters and storyline were great also. I would definitely recommend this book.

Savor It is going to be the perfect book to curl up with this summer! The author did such an amazing job creating the cutest little PNW town of Spunes, OR and taking us all on a journey through the town's history and the tight-knit community made up of tons of quirky characters. I love when there's the big city/small town dynamic between characters, and Sage and Fisher fit that bill perfectly. Normally I'm not a huge fan of slow burn romances, but this one was written to blossom and grow so naturally, I actually really enjoyed it!

I would love for this to be continued into a series - I need a book for each of Sage's brothers! And maybe even seeing a little more of Fisher's niece, Indy, and her little summer romance would be fun!

This started out great for me. I enjoyed the writing, and was excited to dive in, but it very quickly fizzled into boredom. I'm usually a huge fan of small town romances, especially in the case where I really like all of the characters. And I did! I really enjoyed Sage, and Fischer, the brothers, Indy, Sam...all of them, but the execution of the actual romance / relationship part of this novel? It did not work. There was so much drawn out for absolutely no reason at all, and I quickly lost interest in even caring whether the two MC's ever actually got together in the end. For me there was really no spark between them. I was more invested in Wren and Ellis and what their story would be rather than really caring at all about Sage and Fischer.

All in all, this one was not for me.

I think this will be my favorite romance of the year! The banter, the chemistry, and even the animals! It was a recipe for utter perfection. I loved the glimpse into the restaurant world, and how supportive the MC’s were of each other. Sigh…just lovely.

This was a cute small town romance and I enjoyed it when I read it. Small Town usually isn’t my vibe, as I sometimes find it a little lifetime for my tastes. That said I really enjoyed the characters, the summer vibes, the fun, etc that this story brought to the table.

I was beyond excited to receive an eARC of Savor It by Tarah Dewitt and I absolutely DEVOURED it! I loved this small town feel meets easily lovable characters, and a story to fall into and read all in one settling!

The banter, the puns, and the emotional moments all hit at the perfect time and I really loved this book!

This was my first read by this author, and now I need to read EVERYTHING else!

3.75! It was a cute small town summery read but I found myself getting bored at times. I love the main characters together but would have liked a little more plot and less filler. The overall setting of the book was great. I really enjoyed the small town details and atmosphere. I loved both Sage and Fisher and felt like they fit well together. I just wanted more dialogue between them. There was a lot of their internal thoughts but not that much talking which felt strange to me. Overall, I enjoyed this a lot but would have liked to see it developed just a little more.

"Savor It" by Tarah DeWitt is a beautifully crafted contemporary romance that strikes a perfect balance between humor, emotion, and spice. The novel follows a story of love, loss, and personal growth that resonates deeply with readers.

DeWitt's writing shines in her ability to create characters that are both relatable and endearing. The protagonists' journey is filled with moments that are by turns hilarious, quirky, and profoundly moving. The author skillfully weaves together light-hearted banter and puns with deeper, more introspective moments, creating a narrative that feels authentic and engaging.

The romance in "Savor It" is described as having just the right mix of softness, sexiness, and sentiment. DeWitt doesn't shy away from exploring themes of burnout and self-discovery, adding depth to the love story. The novel stands out for its exploration of personal growth, emphasizing that true bravery lies in living by one's own standards and finding happiness on one's own terms.

Overall, "Savor It" promises to be a standout in the contemporary romance genre, offering readers a story that is both entertaining and emotionally satisfying. It's a testament to DeWitt's skill in crafting a narrative that celebrates love in all its forms, including self-love and personal growth.

Sage Byrd and Fisher Lange are two completely different kind of people. Sage enjoys her quirky Oregon small-town and all that it comes with; Fisher is a Michelin star chef from New York. Sage, while obviously not living a perfect life, knows who she is and what she wants. Fisher, is on a journey to find himself amidst personal and professional struggles. 

At just the right time Fisher finds Sage in the small town that she loves. He's there to take a breath, reconnect with his niece (whom he has custody of), and help get back on track with his chef career. Sage ends up being the perfect distraction. 

While not too deep of a tale, there are elements of finding yourself, being true to who you are despite what others may find conventional, and embracing the ugly parts of life. 

My favorite part was Sage's quirky sayings and crazy clothes. The romance was sweet with a bit of spice. Perfect for a slight escape from reality. Definitely recommend.

This romance has plenty of banter, but also quite a bit of characters realizing they need to do better. As Sage and Fisher move from fake-dating, friends with benefits, to realizing that they have caught feelings, they both also know that their time limit doesn't have any wiggle room. I loved how Fisher made Indy his priority above himself, even though it hurt. Sage's commitment to being herself, yet learning to let herself live a bigger life was admirable. My very favorite moment, though, was when Indy made a change of heart at the end. This was a perfect road trip listen.

Beautiful, hilarious, quirky, slightly spicy yet balanced with very moving moments, Savor It is a story of love and loss, burnouts and the journey to self-discovery and recovery. And oh my, what a treat this was! A feast for the eyes and food for the soul. I will be savor -ing this book for a long time to come. Of course, you can see what I did there – and if you are a lover of puns both silly and witty, you will love this book as much as I have because this is full of them!

I really wanted to love this book, but it definitely wasn’t for me. I ended up DNFing around 20%. I found myself not connecting to the story, the characters, or the romance. It had all the things I love in a book, small town summer romance, friends to lovers, slow burn. It just didn’t work for me. I know others loved this book, so I recommend checking their thoughts on it as well!

I couldn’t get into the story just as I thought. Not disappointed but need more depth, I think. I can't remember when was the last time when I read a book in which the whole plot was 100% equal to what was written in the blurb and nothing more. There was no surprise there, no resolution to any of the plot threads and the whole story was blatantly predictable and painfully dull.

I really enjoyed this book. A definite read with good characters and a good plot. The character development was good also! Add to your tbr!

Very sweet love story. I enjoyed these characters. There were some heavier themes that kept me interested in learning more and rooting for love to win!

tarah dewitt has done it again - but honestly, who is surprised?! this book is pure happiness and comfort wrapped in one and I could not stop smiling throughout. something about it was just so heartfelt and it radiated through the entire plot and characters too!

bringing all of the small-town magic and charm, this book will make you fall in love with the town of spunes (yes that's really the name!) and the people and places in it. when fisher moves to spunes from the big apple, he knows it is going to be a big adjustment. all he wants to do is hide from the nosy townspeople who are knocking at his door and refind his way into his career while simultaneously traversing guardianship of his niece indy. however, his neighbor sage manages to break through his resistance, a high school teacher on summer break who loves all things animals and flowers and small town. the banter between these two was incredible as always and seeing them connect so immediately was my favorite thing.

the romance was incredible and so so heartwarming. the pure love that radiated between the two was unmistakable and genuinely made me so emotional, even eliciting a few tears at the end. but even the side characters were so wonderful: wren, ellis, micah, indy and even the animals just absolutely made this story for me. this story was so special and I will be raving about this for months to come (aka READ IT!!)

This was like a Hallmark movie- guy moves to small town by force and falls in love with the quirky neighbor girl. I honestly loved Sage and all her misfit animals. Her overthinking was very relatable. I also liked Fisher and how he took on being his niece, Indy's guardian. There was a large cast of side characters all living in the small town Spunes. But there was just something missing for me. It could have been a case of me reading this book at the wrong time, but at this point I don't think the story will stick with me.

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

Rating: 4.25/5

- Small town
- Grumpy (him) x sunshine (her)
- Chef x teacher
- Single guardian
- Summer romance
- Neighbours
- Dual POV
- Narrated by Karissa Vacker & Zachary Webber

Premise: Fisher moves to small-town Oregon for the summer with his teenage niece to consult on a new restaurant and falls for his sunshine neighbour, Sage.

What I loved about Savor It:
- Tarah's writing! It's simultaneously witty, sweet, and poignant.
- The banter between Fisher and Sage. "Sarcasm doesn't suit you." "Really? Damn. Cranky and condescending works on you." 😂
- Also, the relationship between Fisher and Sage. It was so tender yet hot, and I adored how they saw and understood each other. "I just keep digging in, and now I'm drowning in you, Sage."
The story has so many complex layers. While on the surface, it's a romance, it's also about dealing with grief. Finding joy in the small things. Being alone but not lonely. Being a mess and trying anyway, even if that means reinventing yourself.
- The whimsical small town of Spunes. It's giving Stars Hollow vibes, but make it PNW. I'm so glad this isn't the end of our time here.
- The audiobook! Karissa and Zachary nailed the characters, making me love the book even more.

While this didn't give me that overwhelming 5-star feeling, I still had a great time listening, and I would recommend it if you're looking for a summer romance.