I truly did not like this. However, this is due to the lack of maturity so someone who only reads YA would certainly enjoy this

Salt and Sugar at first glance is Romeo and Juliet in Brazil centered around baking, but it’s really so much more. Lari and Pedro both are juggling their final year in school, preparing for the next steps in their lives (studying economics at university or taking over the family bakery), continuing their families’ three-generations old feud, and the secrets their families don’t want them to know. Author Rebecca Carvalho deftly creates teenagers dealing with their worries and stresses without being whiney or unlikeable as they navigate closer to adulthood. Overall a fun, enjoyable rom-com great for any age.

This was such a fun enemies to lovers baking romance! I adored the tension and rivalry between the two leads, and the conclusion to their romance was so satisfying.

First off, I love that we're finally starting to see "mainstream" YA novels take place outside of America - this one is set in Brazil! Rebecca is a fantastic writer and I loved the setting and the juxtaposition of the sweet versus savory bakery resulting in a feud.

This is a well crafted enemies-to-lovers romance that doesn't feel trope-y (this is a good thing) and the problems that Lari and Pedro face is a fun reminder that family dramas are messy and can quickly turn into a cesspool over a couple of generations.

I don't want to spoil, but the reveal at the end about their grandparents wasn't too shocking to me as a reader, but I loved the reactions that Lari and Pedro had.

Overall, solid read.

Salt and Sugar was a cute read but I struggled to completely get into the world. I found it the adults in the story to be immature. Overall it was a good premise but not the story for me!

Salt and Sugar is a enjoyable take on the enemies to lover trope. Add in the mixture of generational feuds and a bit of teen romance and you have a fun read.

Lari and Pedro are fiercely loyal to their respective families' bakeries. In a feud that has carried on for decades, the two sides do not see eye to eye. That is until a large grocery store comes to town and threatens both establishments. Now the teens must work together in order to save both families legacies in the town.

Thank you to NetGalley and Inkyard Press for the chance to read this delicious and sweet YA novel.

This was a cute, lighthearted romance about two teens whose families both owned bakeries in the same town. Those families were rivals and they were definitely not allowed to be friends, let alone date. Through their connection the families were able to work out some of their issues. I thought this was really fun and also highlighted diverse characters by featuring Brazilian families.

Salt and Sugar is a Romeo and Juliet retelling set in rival bakeries. While parts of the book are really good other parts read as kind of childish. I didn't enjoy the childish name calling and bullying. I also couldn't stand Lari's mother she came off more harsh than I think was intended. It seemed like she never accepted that Lari was grieving as well. The middle of the book felt slow to me but I felt that it ended strong. Overall it was a just okay read.

"Salt and Sugar" by Rebecca Carvalho is a compelling and thought-provoking young adult novel that delves into themes of identity, friendship, and the challenges of navigating the complexities of adolescence. Carvalho's storytelling prowess shines as she crafts a tale of self-discovery, resilience, and the power of human connections. The book's relatable characters and engaging plot create an immersive reading experience that resonates with teens and young adults. Carvalho skillfully explores the emotions of growing up, questioning one's place in the world, and the importance of embracing authenticity, adding depth to the narrative. "Salt and Sugar" is a poignant reminder that finding one's voice and sense of belonging is a journey worth taking, leaving readers with a sense of empowerment and a warm appreciation for stories that capture the challenges and triumphs of youth.

Thank you to netgalley for providing an e-galley for review. This wasn't my favorite enemies to lovers romance out there. Yes, it's YA and there is more focus on the romance, than anything physical which is a huge plus, but it just seemed to take forever for anything to happen plot-wise. Adults acted more like children and basic life-skills were looked down on, like actually cooking for oneself. The premise was so appealing, but the execution fell flat for me.

This book had me laughing out loud and feeling all the feels throughout reading. When the 'Romeo & Juliet' style story starts, Lari Ramires' grandmother had suddenly passed away and her mother is now responsible for managing the bakery by herself. But they still have to compete with the bakery across the road - see the Ramires family only makes savory bakes, while the Molinas make sweet bakes.

But with this shift in management, the Molina family decided they had enough of the bakery truce that was once called, and start making savory bakes as well. This caused a lot of tension and fighting between these two families.

Lari's clumsy ways make her a disaster in the kitchen, which almost results in her getting banned from inside the bakery forever. But when Lari joins a school baking group and starts baking with her rival, Pedro Molina, she learns a lot about herself, their family fued and what it takes to save both families. Falling in love was not at all part of the plan.

The food mentioned will have your mouth watering. The story is entertaining, with this enemies to lovers trope at the forefront. Lari and Pedro feel like the kinds of genuine characters that can easily be real people. Their chemistry is palpable an the more they try to resist, the further they fall for each other.

I’m looking forward to read more works of the author!

Thanks to NetGalley and Inkyard Press for sharing this digital reviewer copy with me. I am happy to provide my honest opinion for this book!

A cute story with food and romance. Definitely a fun read. It made me hungry as I was reading. Fast read

This book was so adorable. I loved the rivals to lovers concept and how it was tied in with the families bakeries.

Going in all I knew was "The grandchildren of two rival Brazilian bakeries fall in love despite their families’ feud." and I knew I wanted to read this. It was super cute! I once again love books based around food, I like the play of rival bakeries, I found it neat the push and pull of the business side, the personal side, the trust and rumors of everything; it's all so well written. Rebecca does such an excellent job of the unsureness of what will happen while making you wish and hopes that Lari and Pedro are teaming up with work. If you like cooking-themed books, mixed with family drama, rival families, and love blooming then you will probably like this one.

I love anything about baking and anything outside of the typical American setting of the majority of YA, so this was a treat! I definitely felt that the feuding was a little overwrought at points, but it is hard to carry off a setup like that in a way that truly feels grounded, so I was less stuck on that than I might otherwise have been. The Brazilian setting and the cooking aspect of the book were both handled superbly.

This was an extremely cute and fun read. I love books centred around food and family, and the icing on the cake was Latinx characters.

Thank you to NetGalley and to the publisher for thiS ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for giving me free access to the digital advanced copy of this book.

This was a really fun read. I thought the rep was great, and the slow burn was well done. I do wish the big feelings moment and family drama reveal happened a bit earlier in the 3rd act. but, still highly enjoyable either way

I enjoyed this book! I loved the whole Romeo and Juliet aspect and it was just a really cute and fun book! would definitely recommend. I loved the characters and the writing.

I tend to enjoy the rivals to lovers trope, and this one does not disappoint. Lari and Pedro are the 4th generation of the ongoing feud between their bakeries Salt and Sugar; a feud started by their great-grandmothers who once shared a friendship and a special cake recipe.

Lari is clumsy, awkward, and has no idea how to bake since her mother and grandmother have kept her out of the kitchen, encouraging her to study economics. While her grades are top of her class, she doesn’t really have any friends, especially after her grandmother dies.

Pedro, on the other hand, is an incredible baker and has tons of friends. He seems like he has it all, but things aren’t always what they seem. Especially when a big supermarket comes to town and starts putting all of the local shops out of business.

As circumstances force Lari and Pedro together, they begin to tolerate each other, even becoming friends. As they join forces to save their family businesses, they even fall in love. But could it ever work out for them?

Taking place in Brazil, the story is full of color and culture. And the food featured throughout is mouth-watering. The story is told first person from Lari’s POV, so our sympathies naturally lean towards Salt, but as Lari gets closer to Pedro, we learn more about his family, and where Sugar fits into everything.

Disclaimer: I received an eARC of this story through Net Galley on behalf of the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.