Booklist gave a starred review to A Girl Called Vincent. They say, "To see Vincent through [author Krystyna] Goddu’s eyes is to see a most extraordinary story—one that, like Millay, belongs in any nonfiction collection."
Publishers Weekly called A Girl Called Vincent "an obvious labor of love" and says "[it] strikes a fine balance between academic presentation and devoted characterization of a life well live."
Kirkus says A Girl Called Vincent "brings Millay’s action-packed life to light" and offers a "revealing glimpse of a gifted poet whose impassioned works and acts are sure to capture the imaginations of young readers."
Reviewed on February 1, 2016 by School Library Journal
School Library Journal says A Girl Called Vincent is "a great option to recommend to aspiring poets, writers, and feminists, as well as those who enjoy historical nonfiction" and "a strong addition to any collection, especially those seeking out new titles for Women's History Month."