Las ganas

Synopsis of Las ganas

Las ganas is a novel by author Santiago Lorenzo, published by Blackie Books. The story follows Benito, a man who lives with listlessness and frustration due to sexual abstinence. He collects keychains and drinks chinchón to cope with his anguish. His life could change with the arrival of María, a woman who makes him envious for her self-sufficiency. Benito considers the possibility of a relationship that, even if it ended, would leave them with a lasting friendship. The novel explores themes of desire, loneliness, and the complexities of human relationships in a style that has been praised for its honesty and talent.