It depends on the type of novel. In a thriller, there might be a common theme of increasing tension 12 hours after the start. The danger is usually more imminent and the stakes are getting higher.
I haven't come across a Chinese novel that is clearly centered around the phrase 'you have guts'. Chinese novels cover a wide range of themes, from love and family to war and adventure. While courage is a common trait in many novels, there may not be one that is so simply named or themed as 'you have guts'.
Guts is purely fictional. It's a concept or character that exists within the realm of imagination and creative storytelling rather than being based on reality.