CEFR B2 · Upper-intermediate
Read Upper-intermediate Classics in English (B2)
2602 books graded at CEFR B2 (upper-intermediate) — learn English by reading the stories worth reading at exactly your level. Tap any word for an instant translation, listen to the narration, and save the vocabulary you meet. Start with a free sample.
What are the best B2 books to read in English?
The best B2 books to read in English are well-known classics whose own language sits at that level — start with £19,000, Zula and Zoraida: A Romance of the Harem and the Great Sahara. Each is the complete book, labelled CEFR B2 (upper-intermediate), with tap-to-translate, narration and saved vocabulary, so you read a real story while building the English you actually meet in it.
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Level B2AdventureTom Swift Among the Diamond Makers; Or, The Secret of Phantom MountainA young inventor finds himself guarding a jewelry store alone when a suspicious man attempts a daring theft, sparking a thrilling adventure filled with mystery and danger.
Level B2AdventureTom Strong, Lincoln's Scout: A Story of the United States in the Times That Tried Men's SoulsIn the tense borderlands of Western Maryland, a father and son ride into a land shadowed by slavery and unexpected danger.
Level B2AdventureTom Slade with the ColorsTom Slade struggles with the call to serve in the army during wartime but is urged by his scoutmaster to find his own way to contribute at home.
Level B2AdventureTom Slade on the RiverAt a lively summer camp by the Hudson, a boy named Raymond, once frail and alone, prepares to welcome troop arrivals and embrace adventure alongside his steadfast companion, Jeb Ru…
Level B2AdventureTom Slade on a TransportTom Slade returns to his hometown after harrowing adventures at sea, reconnecting with old friends and confronting his past as he navigates new challenges and loyalties during wart…
Level B2MysteryTom Slade on Overlook MountainWhen New York City’s thirst swallows the village of West Hurley, old Caleb Dyker becomes a wandering outcast, crossing paths with restless scout Tom Slade.
Level B2MysteryTom Slade in the north woodsWhen Tom Slade returns from his adventurous summer at Temple Camp, the spirit of the wild north woods calls him back into action.
Level B2AdventureTom Slade at Temple CampAt Temple Camp, Tom Slade unexpectedly wins the assistant camp manager election, despite his awkwardness and the political maneuvers behind the scenes.
Level B2AdventureTom Slade at Black LakeAn eighteen-year-old scout, Tom Slade, returns from war to the familiar wilderness of Temple Camp, where scouting skills and adventure beckon him beyond the battlefield.
Level B2AdventureTom Slade at Bear MountainA routine visit to Aunt Martha’s cottage in Kingston turns into a thrilling adventure as Tom Slade stumbles upon outlaws, hidden secrets, and a mysterious treasure in the wilds of…
Level B2AdventureTom Slade : Boy Scout of the Moving PicturesIn a rough neighborhood where mischief is Tom Slade’s daily routine, a chance encounter with a scoutmaster challenges his wild ways and hints at a new path beyond pranks and stone-…
Level B2AdventureTom Sawyer AbroadTom Sawyer, never satisfied with past adventures, sets off on a new journey abroad, determined to outshine the village postmaster’s tales of travel.
Level B2AdventureTom Newcombe; Or, the Boy of Bad HabitsA wealthy boy with every toy imaginable, Tom Newcombe battles his own bad habits and stubborn pride, spiraling into frustration and chaos despite the comforts around him.
Level B2AdventureTom Fairfield's Pluck and Luck; Or, Working to Clear His NameA determined young man returns to Elmwood Hall, ready to face new challenges alongside his loyal friends, while mysterious secrets from their adventurous summer begin to surface.
Level B2AdventureTom Burnaby: A Story of Uganda and the Great Congo ForestIn the heart of Central Africa, a fierce struggle unfolds as oppressed slaves and their white officers revolt against ruthless Arab overlords.
Level B2AdventureTom Akerley: His Adventures in the Tall Timber and at Gaspard's Clearing on the Indian RiverA tense clash erupts between officers over the honor of a fallen comrade, setting the stage for daring aerial adventures and a quest for truth amid war’s shadows.
Level B2AdventureToby Tyler; Or, Ten Weeks with a CircusA hungry, spirited boy named Toby longs to escape his strict guardian and the hardships of small-town life by joining the vibrant circus that has come to town, promising adventure…
Level B2AdventureTo Win or to Die: A Tale of the Klondike Gold CrazeA lone adventurer braves the brutal winter wilderness, hauling his sledge through treacherous mountains in search of the Klondike’s elusive gold.
Level B2AdventureTo The WestA young clerk haunted by loss and hardship faces a grim future in London’s unforgiving cityscape, while mysterious visitors stir memories and hopes of escape.
Level B2AdventureTo Alaska for Gold; Or, The Fortune Hunters of the YukonTwo determined Maine brothers, orphaned and struggling after a lumber company's collapse, embark on a daring journey to Alaska’s Klondike goldfields, facing grueling wilderness and…
Level B2FantasyTing-a-lingIn an enchanted Eastern kingdom, a sheltered princess encounters a mysterious, dignified stranger while out walking—sparking a thrilling adventure filled with danger, unexpected br…
Level B2AdventureTimmy WhoofA curious cinnamon bear cub named Timmy explores the vast plains and faces the dangers of wolves and coyotes under the watchful eye of his protective mother.
Level B2AdventureTimber-WolfIn the remote settlement of Big Pine, a violent scuffle uncovers raw gold, igniting fierce rivalries and testing loyalties in the rugged southwestern wilderness.
Level B2AdventureTim and TipAn eleven-year-old boy and his quirky dog escape an abusive guardian who wants to reclaim them for his own gain.
Level B2AdventureTillicums of the Trail: Being Klondike Yarns Told to Canadian Soldiers Overseas by a Sourdough PadreAmid the grim backdrop of war, a chaplain weaves vivid tales of the Klondike Gold Rush, transporting soldiers to a land of fierce adventure, harsh wilderness, and unforgettable cha…
Level B2AdventureTicket No. "9672"In a remote Norwegian inn bracing for the summer rush, Hulda awaits news from her faraway beloved while mysterious visitors arrive on a stormy night, setting the stage for an adven…
Level B2AdventureTi-Ti-Pu: A Boy of Red RiverA courageous Scottish family braves a perilous voyage to settle in the untamed wilderness of Hudson’s Bay, where young Hector and his loyal sheepdogs face fierce rivals and the cha…
Level B2AdventureThrough the Sikh War: A Tale of the Conquest of the PunjaubA young English boy, orphaned and raised far from home, receives news that could change his fate: a distant uncle serving as a European officer in the Sikh army invites him into a…
Level B2AdventureThrough the DesertIn the tense borderlands of Egypt and Sudan, young Stasch warns his friend Nell of the deadly Mahdi uprising, while political intrigue traps families and threatens to engulf Port S…
Level B2Science FictionThrough the Air to the North Pole: Or, The Wonderful Cruise of the Electric MonarchTwo orphaned boys, shunned and driven from their town, set out together with nothing but hope and hunger—ready to face unknown adventures that might just take them beyond the famil…
Level B2AdventureThrough by daylightA young engineer embarks on thrilling adventures along the Lake Shore Railroad, navigating challenges with skill and a pure heart.
Level B2AdventureThrough Russian Snows: A Story of Napoleon's Retreat from MoscowBrothers Julian and Frank Wyatt face loss and hardship after their father's death, navigating a turbulent household and the looming shadow of Napoleon’s catastrophic Russian campai…
Level B2AdventureThrough Forest and Stream: The Quest of the QuetzalA determined naturalist and his nephew embark on a perilous expedition along fever-ridden coasts and wild rivers, facing hostile natives and treacherous waters in pursuit of rare b…
Level B2AdventureThrough Forest and Fire: Wild-Woods Series No. 1A spirited young boy with a mischievous streak and a strong Dutch heritage learns life's hard lessons on self-reliance and faith in a rugged Pennsylvania frontier.
Level B2AdventureThrough Apache LandA lone scout disguised as an Indian navigates the perilous Apache territory, racing to deliver critical news of an impending uprising before marauding warriors can stop him.
Level B2AdventureThrilling Stories Of The Ocean: From Authentic Accounts Of Modern Voyagers And Travellers; Designed: For The Entertainment And Instruction Of Young PeopleVenture into the perilous world of the ocean, where brave young Volney Beckner faces fearsome sharks and deadly dangers to save lives.
Level B2MysteryThree girl chums at Laurel HallThree inseparable friends eagerly anticipate their start at Laurel Hall boarding school until Jo’s family faces sudden financial ruin, threatening their plans and friendship.
Level B2AdventureThree Young KnightsThree spirited boys earn their holiday pay and gather in their secret treehouse to plan a celebration unlike any other—adventure, friendship, and freedom await as they seek the per…
Level B2AdventureThree Sailor Boys; or, Adrift in the PacificThree boys find themselves stranded in a small boat far from their ship, facing a brewing storm and the vast, unforgiving Pacific.
Level B2AdventureThree Boys; Or, The Chiefs of the Clan MackhaiAt the ancient Dunroe Castle, young Kenneth Mackhai navigates clan rivalries and family expectations amid the rugged Scottish landscape.
Level B2AdventureThree Boys in the Wild North LandThree boys from different lands embark on a thrilling adventure to the remote northern wilderness, guided by the experienced Mr.
Level B2AdventureThomas Jefferson BrownA carefree wanderer with a noble past, Thomas Jefferson Brown drifts through life spreading cheer and kindness, until a chance encounter with a captivating woman stirs something de…
Level B2AdventureThe young volcano explorersFive adventurous American boys and their professor set sail from Venezuela to explore the volcanic islands of the West Indies, encountering political upheaval, natural disasters, a…
Level B2Science FictionThe young naval captainAs the United States faces war declared by the entire world in 1936, young machinist Oscar Pelham races against time to help build advanced warships that might turn the tide.
Level B2AdventureThe young master of Hyson HallAt Hyson Hall, young Philip Berkeley spends summers exploring the wild Green Swamp and learning life’s lessons under the watchful eye of his uncle, Godfrey.
Level B2AdventureThe wolf huntersIn the frozen Canadian wilderness, a wounded bull moose races against a relentless wolf pack, while a young hunter named Wabi struggles through the bitter cold, driven by survival…
Level B2AdventureThe wizard's caveTwo brothers, orphaned and confined to a schoolhouse for the holidays, receive an unexpected letter promising an escape to the wild caves and broad sands of Cornwall.
Level B2RomanceThe voice at JohnnywaterA weary actor, still painted as a Native American warrior, receives a mysterious phone call promising a surprise that could change everything—especially when a bold woman calls him…