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Ethel Voynich books in order

British writer and musician

Lived
1864–1960
Country
United Kingdom
Books
4

Ethel Voynich published 4 novels, beginning with The Gadfly (1897). The best-known is Put Off Thy Shoes (1945).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Ethel Voynich

Ethel Voynich books in order of publication

  1. The Gadfly (1897)

    312 pagesAdapted for film

    Read free

  2. An Interrupted Friendship (1910)

    404 pages

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  3. Put Off Thy Shoes (1945)

    425 pages

    Buy

  4. Jack Raymond (2007)

    303 pages

    Buy

Film and TV adaptations

About Ethel Voynich

Ethel Lilian Voynich was an Irish-born novelist and musician, and a supporter of several revolutionary causes. She was born in Cork, but grew up in Lancashire, England.

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

Ethel Voynich FAQ

How many books has Ethel Voynich written?
Ethel Voynich published 4 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Ethel Voynich's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Put Off Thy Shoes.
What is Ethel Voynich's last book?
Put Off Thy Shoes (1945).
What is Ethel Voynich's most famous book?
Put Off Thy Shoes (1945) is Ethel Voynich's most widely read book.
Which Ethel Voynich books have been adapted?
1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including The Gadfly (film, 1955).
Can I read Ethel Voynich's books for free?
Yes. 1 book by Ethel Voynich 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.