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Clara Reeve books in order

English writer, novelist, translator

Lived
1729–1807
Country
United Kingdom
Books
4

Clara Reeve published 2 novels, 1 novella and 1 other book, beginning with The Old English Baron (1777).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Clara Reeve

Standalone novels in order

  1. The Old English Baron (1777)

    192 pages

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  2. The School for Widows (1791)

    382 pages

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Novellas in order

  1. The Progress of Romance, Through Times, Countries, and Manners (1785)

    144 pages

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Other books in order

  1. Destination: Or, Memoirs of a Private Family (1799)

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About Clara Reeve

Clara Reeve was an English novelist best known for the Gothic novel The Old English Baron (1778). She also wrote an innovative history of prose fiction, The Progress of Romance (1785). Her first work was a translation from Latin, at the time a language unusual for a woman to learn. She was a near-contemporary of the bluestockings ladies of Elizabeth Montague's circle.

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

Clara Reeve FAQ

How many books has Clara Reeve written?
Clara Reeve published 2 novels, 1 novella and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Clara Reeve's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Old English Baron.
What is Clara Reeve's last book?
The School for Widows (1791).
What is Clara Reeve's most famous book?
The Old English Baron (1777) is Clara Reeve's most widely read book.
Can I read Clara Reeve's books for free?
Yes. 1 book by Clara Reeve is 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.