The People's Purge: Words of a Goat Princess Volume II

by Jessie Reyez

A love letter to the healing power of collaboration and feeling seen, The People's Words of a Goat Princess Vol II is a must-listen for anyone looking to rid themselves of the guilt of existing and get lost in the razor sharp mind of Jessie Reyez.

Born from a popular long-running series on her Instagram page, the latest poetic offering from pop star and bestselling author Jessie Reyez is a collection of in-the-moment poems written in response to fan-supplied prompts.

Whether being asked to write about a dead leaf on the ground, gaslighting, being ghosted by a date, abandonment, addiction, or a sunset over still waters, Jessie responds with a heartfelt original poem that turns a seed of an idea into a garden of encouragement, vulnerability, honesty, and love. The People's Words of a Goat Princess Volume II is the vibrant bouquet picked from this lush community garden.

Genres: Poetry

208 pages, Hardcover

Published October 21, 2025

Reviews

[Stephanie B · Rating 4 out of 5]

A book of poems created around her fan’s suggestions from the instagram prompt “write a piece about”. The artwork was a fun addition to tie together the poems and themes.

[Dulce · Rating 2 out of 5]

The “father-daughter love” poem and the illustrations are the only things I enjoyed about this book.

[Maria · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5!

It was good, nothing mind blowing or emotional.

[Deanna · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a unique poetry experience for me. Jessie Reyez inspired herself to write by requesting prompts from her own fans. This was a wonderful connection to see and to literally witness art inspiring art.

Words of a Goat Princess Vol.2 is another type of love note. It’s also very conflicting. Some pieces are short and sweet, some are silly and funny, others are as deep as the rivers Jessie has swam in.

I enjoyed this, but also felt a lot of different feelings at the same time. This is not a book to rush through. Honestly most poetry books aren’t. But this hit a different way than I can articulate.

[Tiara White · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jessie. Thank you. Everyone who contributed to the prompts. Thank you. This book revived me. It inspired me. I wrote a couple poems myself during this read. The authenticity humbled me, it gave me confidence. It helped me to confront my emotions and made a positive impact in my own world. I love poetry… I owe it everything. Please read this book guys!!! It’s beautiful and deserves all the praise 🥺

[Julia Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

A book of poems she wrote based on responses to her Instagram prompt "write a piece about". Her writing is always moving & thought provoking - even when the prompt for the piece is random. Very cool idea for a poetry book, even better execution!

[Lori Coyle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Actually a yellow (her paid in memories tour theme yellow) hardcover book full of poetry. I love Jessie! She is a romantic writer with her emotions on her sleeve. Love her lyrics & feel her words as my own. Would recommend her music & I need to find a copy of Volume 1 to read.

[Liz Lem · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting little book of poems. I particularly enjoyed the poem “Unrequired Love.” The person made a typo but she kept the prompt. It was beautiful and one of those treasures where the typo is vastly more interesting than the real word.

[Marlene Arredondo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Got to listen to her read some in person in Chicago and it was amazing!

[Chelesa Zurran · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jessie poured her heart and soul into this. Small Prompts that lead to insightful and powerful messages.

[Lore H · Rating 5 out of 5]

another great catharsis of art & emotion from Jessie. pieces about: eating sour fruit and the one about the first dry eyed day in a year resonated with me. < 3

[Molly Dunne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Queen Jessie 👑 👑 👑 Utterly obsessed!!

[Mary Jeneverre · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jessalyn

[Adara Sewell · Rating 4 out of 5]

sad I missed the book tour 🥲 whether in song or poetry, Jessie knows how to use words to take the mental to a different reality. So talented. Love our yessie <3