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Ann Radcliffe books in order

English author and pioneer of the Gothic novel

Lived
1764–1823
Country
United Kingdom
Books
6

Ann Radcliffe published 5 novels and 1 non-fiction book, beginning with The Mysteries of Udolpho (1794).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Ann Radcliffe

Standalone novels in order

  1. The Castles of Athlin and Dunbayne (1789)

    190 pages

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  2. A Sicilian Romance (Apr 1790)

    209 pages

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  3. The Romance of the Forest (1791)

    335 pages

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  4. The Mysteries of Udolpho (May 1794)

    506 pages★ 4.0 (5 ratings)

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  5. The Italian (1797)

    402 pages

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Non-fiction in order

  1. A Journey Made in the Summer of 1794, Through Holland and the Western Frontier of Germany (1795)

    499 pages

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About Ann Radcliffe

Ann Radcliffe was an English novelist and poet who pioneered the Gothic novel. Her fourth and most popular novel, The Mysteries of Udolpho, was published in 1794. She is also remembered for her third novel, The Romance of the Forest (1791) and her fifth novel, The Italian (1797). Her novels combine suspenseful narratives, exotic historical settings, and apparently-supernatural events.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Ann Radcliffe FAQ

How many books has Ann Radcliffe written?
Ann Radcliffe published 5 novels and 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Ann Radcliffe's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Mysteries of Udolpho.
What is Ann Radcliffe's last book?
The Italian (1797).
What is Ann Radcliffe's most famous book?
The Mysteries of Udolpho (1794) is Ann Radcliffe's most widely read book.
Can I read Ann Radcliffe's books for free?
Yes. 7 books by Ann Radcliffe are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.

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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.