"I still can’t believe I was lucky enough to read Salacia Project before everyone else. Elena Locatelli has that rare, dangerous talent. She lures you in with what looks like a breezy rom-com and then politely but firmly wrecks your emotional stability (in the best way possible). What could easily be dismissed as a “light read” is actually layered, thoughtful, and deeply moving, with a tender, honest exploration of grief and the many shapes acceptance can take.

This book is feminine rage. It’s an unapologetic f*ck you to men who try to silence intelligent women. And at its core, it’s a true love story, not just romantic, but human. Two fully realized individuals who are better together because they are allowed to be entirely themselves.

What makes Salacia Project truly unforgettable is the way it moves through places, cultures, emotions. We don’t just read about the journey, we travel with Sofia and Ilias, laugh with them, ache with them, and inevitably fall in love right alongside them. By the end, they feel less like protagonists and more like people you’re not quite ready to say goodbye to.

If you’re looking for your next obsession, this is it. Pick up this book, brace your heart, and sing Crêuza de Mä with me as you turn the final page."

- Letizia Firmani

"I don't know where to start with this book because it's truly good and I don't want to forget anything.

First the main characters.

We have Ilias who is a happy, handsome easy going athlete and we have Sofia who is a black cat science woman.

But they are a lot more. Both are complicated characters with a very good dynamic and a heavy backstory that brings them together. And their relationship and the way one approaches each other is perfect, well writing with a good pace. it's not slow but it's not rushed and it's super natural. you only want to scream at them "KISS ALREADY".

The romance is romancing a lot with this book with a very yearning man (and who doesn't love a yearning man?)

Also the other stories are equally good, the romance it's not the only part of this book that made me cry and giggle. The relationship with family, friends, acceptance... perfect. Elena wrote the book with all her heart and you can see it in the book."

- Anais

"Beta read of this thoughtful rom was one of my favorite times this year so far. Surfs up darlings. If you like fake relationship turned passionate and loyal lovers this is the summer read to have on your shelf. Elena hurt my feelings in all the right ways and for that, we deeply appreciate.

you would not be disappointed If you like fake dating, golden MMC and strong women. You would love them since page one"
- Emmy P

• Advance Reader Copies of Salacia Project will be distributed through NetGalley and through an organized ARC team coordinated with LoveNotes PR, allowing early access to reviewers, book influencers, and romance readers ahead of the April 14 release.
• The ARC campaign includes an active team of early readers who will be sharing reviews and reader reactions across platforms such as Amazon, Goodreads, StoryGraph, Instagram, and TikTok leading up to and following release day.

• The book is also being promoted through the author’s newsletter, social media platforms, and reader community with ongoing content including character spotlights, trope features, behind-the-scenes writing insights, and reader engagement posts.

Additional marketing efforts include:

• Preorder campaigns for the ebook edition 
• Paperback preorder collaborations with independent bookstores, including Scribbles Bookshop
• A preorder incentive offering readers an exclusive bonus chapter delivered on release day
• Social media promotion through Bookstagram and BookTok creators
• Reader engagement through Q&A sessions, trope-based content, and interactive posts