In many ways, it perfectly showcases the author's twisted sense of humor. 'Guts' became a hallmark representation of Palahniuk's style, and given the reactions he was getting as people fainted, it's no wonder he kept reading it for so many years. Every one of his books, including Fight Club, his debut novel, deals with odd factoids, weird twists, and disturbing moments. Chuck Palahniuk is an author who thrives on shock value.
