Salty, Bitter, Sweet by Mayra Cuevas
A driven 17-year-old girl whose family life has fallen apart after the death of her Cuban abuela and the divorce of her parents turns to a kitchen apprenticeship in Lyon, France, as the only means to bring order back to her life.
'Cuevas effectively touches on the complexities of female ambition in a male-dominated field and multiracial identity, making this an engaging, multilayered read for aspiring chefs' * Publisher's Weekly *
'A heartwarming testament to the power of female friendships, the drive for success on one's own terms, and accepting one's family, even if they turn out differently than originally thought.' * School Library Journal (Margaret A. Robbins, University of Georgia, Athens) *
'An impressively and deftly crafted novel by an author with a genuine flair for narrative driven storytelling.'--Midwest Book Review * Midwest Book Review *
'Salty, Bitter, Sweet sparkles with wit, humor, and heart. I devoured this charming novel in one sitting and can't wait for more from this talented author.' - Gilly Segal, author of I'm Not Dying with You Tonight * Gilly Segal, author of I'm Not Dying with You Tonight *
'Full of culture, love, and loss, every page is a feast for the senses in a story that never shies away from exploring complicated family dynamics. Cuevas's writing is pure magic.' - Nina Moreno, author of Don't Date Rosa Santos * Nina Moreno, author of Don’t Date Rosa Santos *
'I'm not kidding when I say that Salty, Bitter, Sweet will make your mouth water from the very first page... Salty, Bitter, Sweet is a wonderful contemporary YA novel full of heart, hope, and, of course, mouth-wateringly delicious descriptions of food. It'll inspire you to grab an apron, get in the kitchen, and start whipping up something tasty for your loved ones. It's a balm for the soul and an inspiration for the cook inside you!' * Hypable *
'Jam-packed with all the food-related goodness that foodies will love, Mayra takes you to the beautiful country of France (where the novel takes place) with her vivid and imaginative writing as we journey alongside Isa.' * Hola! *
'A treat for foodies.' * Booklist *
Isabella Field's life just fell apart. Her parents got a divorce, her grandmother passed away, and she had to move in with her dad and his new, pregnant wife. At least the move happens to be to France, where Isa gets the opportunity to participate in a cutthroat restaurant apprenticeship. What follows is a slow burn romance with a boy named Diego and the start of her emotional healing. * BuzzFeed *
'A heartwarming testament to the power of female friendships, the drive for success on one's own terms, and accepting one's family, even if they turn out differently than originally thought.' * School Library Journal (Margaret A. Robbins, University of Georgia, Athens) *
'An impressively and deftly crafted novel by an author with a genuine flair for narrative driven storytelling.'--Midwest Book Review * Midwest Book Review *
'Salty, Bitter, Sweet sparkles with wit, humor, and heart. I devoured this charming novel in one sitting and can't wait for more from this talented author.' - Gilly Segal, author of I'm Not Dying with You Tonight * Gilly Segal, author of I'm Not Dying with You Tonight *
'Full of culture, love, and loss, every page is a feast for the senses in a story that never shies away from exploring complicated family dynamics. Cuevas's writing is pure magic.' - Nina Moreno, author of Don't Date Rosa Santos * Nina Moreno, author of Don’t Date Rosa Santos *
'I'm not kidding when I say that Salty, Bitter, Sweet will make your mouth water from the very first page... Salty, Bitter, Sweet is a wonderful contemporary YA novel full of heart, hope, and, of course, mouth-wateringly delicious descriptions of food. It'll inspire you to grab an apron, get in the kitchen, and start whipping up something tasty for your loved ones. It's a balm for the soul and an inspiration for the cook inside you!' * Hypable *
'Jam-packed with all the food-related goodness that foodies will love, Mayra takes you to the beautiful country of France (where the novel takes place) with her vivid and imaginative writing as we journey alongside Isa.' * Hola! *
'A treat for foodies.' * Booklist *
Isabella Field's life just fell apart. Her parents got a divorce, her grandmother passed away, and she had to move in with her dad and his new, pregnant wife. At least the move happens to be to France, where Isa gets the opportunity to participate in a cutthroat restaurant apprenticeship. What follows is a slow burn romance with a boy named Diego and the start of her emotional healing. * BuzzFeed *
Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Mayra Cuevas is a professional journalist and fiction writer who adores love stories with happy endings. Her debut fiction short story was selected by Becky Albertalli as a New Voice in the Foreshadow YA serial anthology in 2019. She is a TV and digital producer for CNN, where she has worked since 2003. She keeps her sanity by practicing Buddhist meditation and serves on the Board of Directors of Kadampa Meditation Center Georgia. She lives in the colorful town of Norcross, Georgia with her husband, also a CNN journalist, and their cat, Felicia. She is the wicked step-mom to two amazing young men who provide plenty of inspiration for her stories. Follow her on Twitter @MayraECuevas and Instagram @MayraCuevas
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| ISBN 13 | 9780310769774 |
| ISBN 10 | 0310769779 |
| Title | Salty, Bitter, Sweet |
| Author | Mayra Cuevas |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Focus |
| Year published | 2020-04-16 |
| Number of pages | 320 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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