Romance
Read Romance Classics in English
587 romance books at CEFR A2 to C2 — learn English by reading the stories worth reading. Select any word for an instant translation, listen to the narration read the page aloud, and save the vocabulary you meet. Pick your level and start with a free sample.
What are the best romance classics to read in English as a learner?
The best romance classics for English learners are the well-known titles you can read in the original — start with The Melting of Molly, The McBrides: A Romance of Arran and The Master's Violin. Each one is labelled with a CEFR level, any word you do not know is one selection away from a translation, and the narration reads the page aloud while it highlights the words.
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Level B2RomanceFrom MissouriWhen a mysterious letter arrives from Missouri, four cowboys face the surprise of a schoolmarm en route to their Arizona ranch—threatening their uneasy pact and stirring unexpected…
Level B2RomanceFrivolous CupidReturning home transformed, Harry Sterling navigates new social circles, flirtations, and unexpected feelings amid the genteel tennis clubs and village life, where youthful charm m…
Level B2RomanceFred Fearnot's New Ranch: and How He and Terry Managed ItAmid fierce Wall Street rivalries and violent attacks, Fred Fearnot and Terry navigate high-stakes deals before returning to Texas to manage a sprawling ranch, blending financial c…
Level B2RomanceFrank Merriwell's Setback; Or, True Pluck Welcomes DefeatA towering freshman faces a daunting cycling challenge posed by scheming sophomores eager to test his mettle and pride.
Level B2RomanceFrances Kane's FortuneIn a fading family estate, Frances Kane manages the household and gardens with practical resolve while grappling with a mysterious letter from Australia that stirs memories and hop…
Level B2RomanceFostina Woodman, the Wonderful AdventurerIn a serene Massachusetts village, Fostina Woodman lives peacefully in the picturesque Mountain Glen, surrounded by family and nature’s beauty.
Level B2RomanceFor Woman's LoveA barefooted orphan rises from foundry boy to governor-elect, winning the hand of a wealthy heiress through relentless ambition and love.
Level B2RomanceFor JacintaAmid the bustling chaos of a Spanish steamer laden with livestock and colorful passengers, an English purser embarks on a voyage through the Canary Islands, where cultural clashes,…
Level B2RomanceFor Gold or Soul? The Story of a Great Department StoreIn a bustling department store, a determined young woman seeks work but refuses to betray a sick colleague, challenging the harsh, unforgiving world of retail with courage and inte…
Level B2RomanceFlower of the North: A Modern RomanceIn the remote northern wilderness, an artist becomes captivated by the most beautiful woman he’s ever seen, sparking a quest filled with passion, mystery, and the untamed wild.
Level B2RomanceFlora Adair; or, Love Works Wonders. Vol. 1 (of 2)In sunny 1860s Rome, Flora Adair, a reserved young woman yearning for intense happiness, navigates society and family devotion amid elegant gatherings and the fragrant promise of s…
Level B2RomanceFive Thousand an Hour: How Johnny Gamble Won the HeiressJohnny Gamble, down to his last hundred dollars and tangled in a risky land deal, stakes everything on a daring gamble at the racetrack—where a mysterious heiress watches and fortu…
Level B2RomanceFar to seekA young boy grows up between two cultures, raised by a remarkable mother who defies prejudice with love and courage.
Level B2RomanceFanny Campbell, The Female Pirate Captain: A Tale of The RevolutionAmid the rugged shores of Revolutionary Massachusetts, a fearless woman defies tradition to command a pirate ship, navigating love, jealousy, and war.
Level B2RomanceFan's silken stringA spirited young wanderer offers his strength and wit to a bustling haymaking farm, promising hard work and unexpected charm amid the rhythms of rural life and the threat of loomin…
Level B2RomanceEnoch CraneIn a bustling apartment building, a spirited young architect navigates life’s challenges and unexpected connections, bringing warmth and vitality to those around him.
Level B2RomanceEnglefield Grange; or, Mary Armstrong's TroublesA young woman battles her fear of the sea as she embarks on a summer outing by the Solent, where unexpected encounters and social challenges await her at Englefield Grange.
Level B2RomanceEndymionOn a warm August night in London, two old friends confront political turmoil and shifting alliances that threaten the future of England.
Level B2RomanceEnchantmentA playwright anxiously awaits the fate of his new play in New York when a mysterious, captivating woman whisks him away on a nighttime adventure, setting the stage for romance and…
Level B2RomanceEm's husbandA young woman escapes the city’s chaos to a paradisiacal island, where she encounters a powerful, blind preacher whose presence captivates her and promises a life transformed by fa…![Cover of Easy money [Night watches, Part 9.] by W. Jacobs](https://dsx1pat3ljtul.cloudfront.net/books/da6jntipmtvc73csnnv0.webp)
Level B2RomanceEasy money [Night watches, Part 9.]A young man defies cynical advice about love and marriage as he falls for a remarkable girl with mesmerizing eyes and a laughter like music.
Level B2RomanceDulcibel: A Tale of Old SalemIn a Puritan village torn by disputes and strict devotion, a spirited young man encounters Dulcibel, a feisty woman whose wild horse mirrors her untamed spirit—setting the stage fo…
Level B2RomanceDriven to bay, Vol. 2 (of 3)Aboard the long voyage of the Pandora, flirtations spark and secrets simmer among passengers from all walks of life, while Maggie Greet navigates mystery and affection beneath the…
Level B2RomanceDriven to bay, Vol. 1 (of 3)A determined young sailor torn between duty and desire faces the challenges of securing his future at sea while navigating complex friendships and an alluring romantic invitation.
Level B2RomanceDreamy HollowA powerful tycoon retreats from his empire to the secluded Dreamy Hollow, a mysterious estate built in memory of lost love.
Level B2RomanceDr. Rumsey's patientIn a charming village inn, two young men vie for the affection of the spirited Hetty, whose playful teasing stirs jealousy and passion.
Level B2RomanceDr. Paull's Theory: A RomanceA dedicated house-surgeon confronts an unexpected challenge when a distinguished old man, brought in after a frightening carriage accident, lies unconscious under his care—setting…
Level B2FantasyDon Miguel Lehumada: discoverer of liquid from the sun's rays: an occult romance of Mexico and the United StatesIn a future Mexico where science and spirituality intertwine, a brilliant scientist unlocks the secret to capturing sunlight’s essence as liquid memory fluid, while his old friend,…
Level B2RomanceDogs Always KnowIn a small town, a proud Bostonian woman and a confident New Yorker clash over their first uneasy encounter, each wrestling with loneliness and prejudice.
Level B2RomanceDoctor Claudius, A True StoryA solitary scholar in Heidelberg wrestles with his sense of aging and isolation, surrounded by books and memories in a humble garret.
Level B2FantasyDeath and TaxesWhen the historic Waukeena Lighthouse faces demolition, artist Jerry Masterson finds himself haunted—literally—by Captain Wully MacGreggor, a ghost desperate to save his home and e…
Level B2RomanceDead Shot; Or, The White Vulture: A Romance of the YellowstoneA seasoned guide haunted by his father’s murder leads a wagon train through the perilous Yellowstone wilderness, where fierce Native tribes and untamed nature threaten every step o…
Level B2MysteryDead Man's LoveAn escaped convict seizes a daring chance to flee prison during a fire, risking everything for freedom in a wild, unforgiving landscape.
Level B2RomanceDawn of the MorningIn a somber 1824 estate, a young girl struggles with the shadow of her mother’s banishment and the cold authority of her father’s new wife, igniting a fierce defiance that challeng…
Level B2RomanceDavid Dunne: A Romance of the Middle WestA hardworking boy in the Middle West balances chores and school, finding warmth and kindness in the Brumble household.
Level B2RomanceDaughters of the Revolution and Their Times: 1769 - 1776 A Historical RomanceAmid rising tensions before the American Revolution, the daughters and mothers of Boston lead a quiet but powerful resistance against British taxation, reshaping social life and st…
Level B2RomanceDaughters of Nijo: A Romance of JapanIn a province torn by political strife, a humble farmer’s new bride defies convention to glimpse the dazzling royal parade, sparking a tale of love, duty, and the clash between sim…
Level B2Science FictionDaughter of the Sun: A Tale of AdventureIn a dusty border town, the daring Jim Kendric returns with a mysterious letter and a wild spirit, ready to stir trouble and chase adventure across the lawless line into Old Town M…
Level B2RomanceDarkness and Daylight: A NovelA once-abandoned ancestral mansion stirs with secrets and renewal as a father and son return to Collingwood, confronting haunting memories and the promise of new beginnings amid vi…
Level B2RomanceDaireen. Volume 2 of 2A mysterious shipwreck survivor with a hidden fortune arrives, stirring curiosity and excitement among a colonial society eager for theatrical spectacle and whispered secrets.
Level B2RomanceDainty's Cruel Rivals; Or, The Fatal BirthdayIn a world of jealousy and ambition, shy and radiant Dainty Chase faces the cold rivalry of her stylish cousins as they vie for the heart of a wealthy heir during a summer invitati…
Level B2RomanceDaddy-Long-LegsSeventeen-year-old Jerusha Abbott, an imaginative orphan in a strict asylum, dreams of a life beyond its iron gates until an anonymous benefactor offers her an unexpected chance to…
Level B2RomanceCursed by a FortuneAs a wealthy banker faces death, he entrusts his fortune and daughter to a loyal uncle, warning against fortune hunters eager to claim her wealth.
Level B2RomanceCupid's UnderstudyBorn into modest means, Elizabeth's life transforms when a dreamer strikes gold in Death Valley, thrusting her into high society and a world of unexpected romance and adventure.
Level B2RomanceCupid's MiddlemanA seasoned love letter writer navigates the perils and pitfalls of matchmaking for his bachelor friend, uncovering comic misadventures and heartfelt truths about romance, communica…
Level B2RomanceCourtin' ChristinaAmid the warmth and bustle of a Scottish family gathering, tensions rise as Macgregor’s late return from work stirs concern and curiosity, revealing the loving yet complex dynamics…
Level B2RomanceCoralie: Everyday Life Library No. 2Struggling to support his ailing sister after their mother's death, a young man confronts the harsh realities of life on a modest clerk's salary in London.
Level B2RomanceCobraUnder the moonlit skies of southern Italy, a handsome Italian aristocrat and a captivating flower girl cross paths in a café where charm, mystery, and simmering tensions mingle wit…