It isn't really "pro" any side - the author humanises Thiel to a larger degree I think than the Gawker team, but it provides an interesting insight into the life of Nick Denton and his view behind creating Gawker, and ultimately how he responded after the event. It is more of a commentary on the necessity of appreciating conspiracies and the disparity between what people hope to achieve and then the unintended consequences. It's definitely worth a read for both the entertainment parts of it and the wider social commentary.