4.5 ⭐️ OH MY HEART!

This book felt like a warm hug. What a sweet, heart-warming and beautifully written love story.

In the cosy coastal town of Spunes, Oregon, Sage Byrd is all about farm life and community. But when her relationship tanks, she’s on a mission to prove she’s better than ever by entering the town’s Festival of Spines. Cue Fisher Lange, a displaced chef looking for a fresh start and a chance to prove himself. Sage suggests they fake a romance to boost Fisher’s image, and in return, he becomes her festival competition partner. As their fake relationship turns real, sparks fly in this heart-warming story of love and second chances.

This book reminded me a lot of Practise Makes Perfect by Sarah Adams. So if you liked that book and have been looking for something similar to fill the void I wholeheartedly recommend Savor It. Annie and Sage were definitely onto something with the hot pirate kink.

Fingers crossed we get a book about Wren and Ellis next!

Thank you NetGalley, Tarah Dewitt and Little Brown Book for sending me an arc copy in exchange for an honest review.



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I adore a small town romance—it’s my current obsession. But this is quirky, full of heart, and I full on sobbed don’t worry I also cheered. I’m already craving more from this town!

“Now Savor It” revolves around a chef, but not just any ordinary chef—Fisher is a three Michelin star chef! However, life isn’t easy for him after a tragic accident leaves him as the sole guardian of his teenage niece. He’s juggling a lot, including managing professional burnout, guilt and grief. I appreciated the complexity of his character, the humor, and the sense that all parents have of not having a clue what they’re doing. This added a realism and relatability that I adore in a book. I want my books to be escapist, yet believable and have heart!

Sage, the female protagonist, was a breath of fresh air. She was strong but composed effortlessly, and I could imagine myself sitting in her sunroom surrounded by her array of animals, indulging in scones. She embodied my favorite type of protagonist—soft yet powerful. I longed to be her friend.

The chemistry between the two was effortless, and I loved the connection they built and I fell hopelessly in love with their story! I rooted for their happy ending, it was a story of such hope but without the cliche of fixing people. Nobody needed fixing they simply needed to learn and that is sage advice!

My advice to you is to pick up a copy of Savor It because I did just that, every word, every chapter.

Absolutely adored this book! Tarah just keeps upping her game and THE romance game! She's a genius. This book made me both laugh and cry! I can't wait to read the next up in the series because hot firemen??!! hello?? Tarah is such a great author for writing the sensitive lines of grief while still remaining light hearted and swoony. Absolute easy 5 stars

This was a really fun and wholesome book that I enjoyed but sadly didn’t love :(

Tarah DeWitt is usually an auto-but author for me so I was incredibly excited for Savour It but it just felt a bit too rushed for my liking and I felt like I didn’t know either main character all that well. It was an easy read for sure, but it just didn’t hold my attention much.

Funny Feelings reign’s supreme still!

I really tried to enjoy this book but unfortunately I just couldn't bring myself to connect with the characters and understand what was happening. I really think I would've preferred there to be more of a focus on their romance instead of not feeling a connection between the characters. Ultimately, I just don't think that this book is for me.

Thank you NetGalley for this book! I really wanted to enjoy this book but I just found myself getting confused as the pages went on. We get introduced to so many characters, however I do believe that the storyline is good and I would find myself enjoying it if I wasn't confused about which character is who. A lot of times I found myself even questioning who the main characters were. Maybe it's just a me problem but I am going to have to dnf this.

Thanks so much to Little Brown, NetGalley and Tarah DeWitt for the eARC. All opinions expressed are my own.

Tarah Dewitt can do no wrong! And this is another to add to my collection of favourites! DeWitt captures the quirks and fun as she whisks you away to the quaint coastal town of Spunes, Oregon, capturing the small town essence with ease. The story depicts an excellent tale of community, healing and unexpected love!

Sage was such an excellent character, resilient and strong, and forms the perfect partner for Fisher who is grappling with grief and professional setbacks. Their partnership into a beautiful relationship as the story unravels.

The characters are excellently written, including the misfit animals on the farm. The chemistry between the two was intense and the romance was top tier.

I cannot recommend this enough, absolutely incredible.