J. D. Vance’s New Book Wasn’t Meant to Be Read
This article provides a critical review of J.D. Vance's new book, 'Communion,' questioning its literary merit and purpose. The author argues that the book lacks introspection and fails to offer a compelling narrative regarding Vance's conversion to Catholicism.
Why it matters
As a prominent political figure, Vance's literary output is scrutinized for its reflection of his personal ideology and potential political messaging.
Illustration by Jared Nangle July 20, 2026, 7:30 AM ET Share Save J. D. Vance’s new book, Communion , answers a question no one had thought to ask: What would Augustine’s Confessions have looked like if the saint’s greatest literary influence had been Hillary Clinton’s immortal classic, Hard Choices ?
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