 And indeed, Coignard's work has received some literary criticism for its lack of skill, but her work has gained praise for its emotional veracity and piety.Religious themes are a constant throughout this work, with the Cross, grace, prayer, and death all figuring heavily into Coignard's poetry.However, she has also received praise for her inclusion of the more worldly themes of widowhood, the body, and illness, for offering a unique perspective on womanhood in early modern France.