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In Chuck Palahniuk's satirical novel "Beautiful You," the protagonist, Skeeter, struggles with weight and self-esteem issues. He joins a weight loss camp called the Ren Faire where attendees indulge in medieval role-playing as a form of therapy. Amidst absurd treatments and power dynamics, Palahniuk explores themes of body image, self-acceptance, and the pursuit of physical perfection.