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Eva Baltasar Returns with Novel 'Peces' on Toxic Love and Addiction

publication · 2026-05-05

Eva Baltasar, born in Barcelona in 1978, has released her fifth novel 'Peces' (Random House, 2026), which explores themes of addiction, abuse, and extreme adoration of another. The story follows a writer's obsessive love for a fried fish vendor working from a food truck. Baltasar draws from personal experiences, stating that her own life journey leads her to these narratives, fascinated by writing about situations that many people encounter. The novel delves into toxic relationships and the willingness to pay the price despite recognizing warning signs.

Key facts

  • Eva Baltasar published her fifth novel 'Peces'
  • The novel is published by Random House in 2026
  • Baltasar was born in Barcelona in 1978
  • The story involves a writer and a fried fish vendor
  • Themes include addiction, abuse, and extreme adoration
  • The novel is based on personal experiences
  • Baltasar describes fascination with writing about common human experiences
  • The narrative explores toxic love and obsession

Entities

Artists

  • Eva Baltasar

Institutions

  • Random House
  • elDiario.es

Locations

  • Barcelona
  • Spain

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