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 B2AdventureA Jacobite Exile: Being the Adventures of a Young Englishman in the Service of Charles the Twelfth of SwedenAmidst the fierce Jacobite loyalties and political intrigues of early 18th-century England, a young Englishman embarks on daring adventures in the service of Charles XII of Sweden,…
Level B2AdventureA Horse's TaleFollow the adventures of Buffalo Bill’s horse, a swift and savvy scout who knows the frontier like the back of his hoof, as he navigates battles, trails, and the wild landscapes of…![Cover of A Hoodoo Machine; or, The Motor Boys' Runabout No. 1313. by Stanley R. [Adapter] Matthews](https://dsx1pat3ljtul.cloudfront.net/books/daf69uge1ofc73dhbqh0.webp)
Level B2MysteryA Hoodoo Machine; or, The Motor Boys' Runabout No. 1313.Three boys chase a wildly uncontrolling runabout tagged with double unlucky number 1313, uncovering a mysterious machine that defies reason and threatens chaos on the road.
Level B2AdventureA Hero of RomanceTrapped indoors on a gloomy half-holiday, young Bertie Bailey faces the tedious punishment of copying lines from Paradise Lost under the watchful eye of a stern usher.
Level B2AdventureA Hero of Liége: A Story of the Great WarAs Europe teeters on the brink of war, Kenneth Amory navigates the tense atmosphere of a family business divided by loyalty and suspicion.
Level B2AdventureA Girl of High AdventureA spirited girl of Irish and French heritage lives under the stern care of her aunt and adoring uncle, dreaming of her family's faded glory while defying expectations with fearless…
Level B2AdventureA Gentleman of Courage: A Novel of the WildernessIn the vast Canadian wilderness, Pierre Gourdon and his family seek a new home, drawn by the untamed beauty and promise of the land.
Level B2AdventureA Flight with the Swallows; Or, Little Dorothy's DreamA lonely girl escapes her quiet life when a friendly swallow invites her on a magical flight to the sunny South, promising adventure beyond her garden walls and the chance to disco…
Level B2AdventureA Final Reckoning: A Tale of Bush Life in AustraliaA spirited boy faces false accusations in a tough village school, while dangers lurk beyond the classroom in the wild Australian bush.
Level B2AdventureA District Messenger Boy, and A Necktie PartyA twelve-year-old messenger boy finds himself stranded on a steamer bound for Providence, unexpectedly joined by a frightened child who has been kidnapped.
Level B2AdventureA Desperate VoyageA once-honest solicitor's reckless gambling and forgery spiral into ruin, pushing him to the brink of despair and desperate choices.
Level B2AdventureA Desperate Chance; Or, The Wizard Tramp's Revelation, a Thrilling NarrativeIn the rugged Rocky Mountains, a determined youth and a mysterious, shrewd tramp embark on a perilous search for a hidden gold mine while evading dangerous Indian raids and facing…
Level B2AdventureA Daughter of the Dons: A Story of New Mexico TodayIn a treacherous gold camp riddled with dangerous tunnels and rising waters, a determined miner risks everything to break through a flooded shaft.
Level B2AdventureA Dash from Diamond CityIn the rugged diamond fields of Kimberley, three young men balance the quiet tension of office work with the looming threat of conflict, as one prepares to trade his pen for a rifl…
Level B2MysteryA Crime of the Under-seasIn the bustling Grand Oriental Hotel at Colombo, three men with secretive, dangerous livelihoods cross paths: a smuggler, a shadowy tracker of a fugitive banker, and a mysterious p…
Level B2AdventureA Cousin's Conspiracy; Or, A Boy's Struggle for an InheritanceA determined sixteen-year-old boy cares for his dying uncle on the Iowa prairie, facing hardship and mysterious threats as he fights to secure an inheritance that could change his…
Level B2RomanceA Countess from Canada: A Story of Life in the BackwoodsIn a remote backwoods trading post, determined Katherine Radford balances teaching her brothers and running the family store amid harsh winters and a dwindling community, all while…
Level B2AdventureA Copper Harvest; or, The Boys who Worked a Deserted MineTwo resourceful boys in a small Nebraska town uncover mysteries and make their mark, working a deserted mine and facing the challenges of frontier life, friendship, and unexpected…
Level B2AdventureA Claim on Klondyke: A Romance of the Arctic El DoradoIn the frozen, silent expanse of the Arctic wilderness, a lone Englishman and his faithful dog follow mysterious gunshots echoing through the icy night, sparking a thrilling quest…
Level B2AdventureA Chinese Command: A Story of Adventure in Eastern SeasTwo naval officers face a sudden, perilous mission amid a violent storm as an enemy fleet threatens England’s coast.![Cover of A Child's Story Garden by Elizabeth [Compiler] Heber](https://dsx1pat3ljtul.cloudfront.net/books/dagh9losac3c73afmt8g.webp)
Level B2AdventureA Child's Story GardenA young prince trades royal comforts for the blacksmith’s forge, determined to craft a sword capable of defeating a fearsome giant clad in unbeatable armor.
Level B2AdventureA Chance for Himself; or, Jack Hazard and His TreasureCaught in a sudden thunderstorm on a rural farm, resourceful Jack Hazard and his companions scramble for shelter and survival, uncovering unexpected challenges and forging bonds am…
Level B2MysteryA Canadian Farm Mystery; Or, Pam the PioneerOn a Canadian farm, resourceful Pam faces unexpected challenges with quick wit and daring plans, turning mishaps into thrilling adventures.
Level B2AdventureA Campfire Girl's HappinessAfter a devastating fire nearly destroys their camp, a determined group of Camp Fire Girls refuses to give up, rallying together to rebuild and find joy amid the ruins.
Level B2AdventureA Cadet of the Black Star LineA seventeen-year-old cadet aboard the mighty Black Star liner Roanoke wrestles with the harsh realities of steamship life and the shadow of his seafaring father's legacy as he face…
Level B2AdventureA Butterfly ChaseTwo children embark on a sunny adventure to catch and collect the most beautiful butterflies, armed with nets and curiosity.
Level B2AdventureA Boy's Trip Across the PlainsA young boy and his ailing mother struggle through poverty and hardship in a harsh Missouri village, clinging to hope and faith as they face illness and loneliness.
Level B2AdventureA Boy's RideIn turbulent 13th-century England, a fearless fourteen-year-old boy defies his priestly destiny to seek knighthood, riding through danger with only his wits and chain mail for prot…
Level B2AdventureA Boy's Fortune; Or, The Strange Adventures of Ben BakerA determined boy arrives in the bustling city with little money and no place to stay, facing the challenges of urban life as he seeks fortune and survival.
Level B2AdventureA Boy's Adventures Round the WorldAt sixteen, Jack Clewlin chooses the rough and adventurous life of a sailor aboard the famed clipper ship Silver Crown, setting sail from Stonewell on a journey filled with dangers…
Level B2AdventureA Boy Scout's CourageTrapped on mysterious grounds with a twisted ankle and surrounded by spies, a determined Boy Scout must rely on courage and unexpected allies to escape danger and uncover secret en…
Level B2AdventureA Boy Crusoe; or, The Golden Treasure of the Virgin IslandsA young Maine boy with a passion for adventure embarks on a voyage to the tropical South Seas aboard the sturdy bark Ethelyn Hope, setting the stage for a thrilling tale of surviva…
Level B2MysteryA Bid for Fortune; Or, Dr. Nikola's VendettaA mysterious letter from Brazil sets a cryptic dinner meeting for four strangers from distant lands, bound by an unknown connection.
Level B2Adventure'Tilda Jane: An Orphan in Search of a Home. A Story for Boys and GirlsAn elfish orphan girl named Tilda Jane escapes her harsh asylum with her dog Gippie, seeking a kinder home in "Orstralia.
Level B2Adventure"Old Mary": 1901In a remote island village, a young trader joins a spirited family on a hunting trip to visit Old Mary, a resilient and respected matriarch whose tales of courage and survival prom…
Level B2Adventure"Forward, March": A Tale of the Spanish-American WarIn the tense days before the Spanish-American War, Ridge Norris—a gentle, cultured man torn between luxury and duty—faces family conflicts and political intrigue, while the call to…
Level B2Adventure"Boy" the Wandering Dog: Adventures of a Fox-TerrierA wandering fox-terrier arrives in bustling New York City, seeking friendship and survival amid wary street dogs and shadowed alleys.
Level B2Science FictionA Honeymoon in SpaceThe classic science-fiction novel by George Chetwynd Griffith.
Level B2AdventureAdventures of Huckleberry FinnThe classic adventure novel by Mark Twain.
Level B2AdventureAround the World in Eighty DaysPhileas Fogg wagers his fortune on circling the globe in just eighty days.
Level B2AdventureCatrionaThe classic romance novel by Robert Louis Stevenson.
Level B2AdventureKidnappedThe classic adventure novel by Robert Louis Stevenson.
Level B2HistoricalLife on the MississippiThe classic adventure novel by Mark Twain.
Level B2AdventureRoughing ItThe classic adventure novel by Mark Twain.
Level B2AdventureThe Adventures of Tom SawyerMischief, caves and buried treasure along the Mississippi River.
Level B2RomanceThe Blue Lagoon: A RomanceThe classic romance novel by H.
Level B2AdventureThe Call of the WildStolen into the Yukon gold rush, a dog heeds the ancient call of the wild.
Level B2AdventureThe Count of Monte CristoBetrayed and imprisoned, Edmond Dantès escapes to engineer a decade-spanning revenge.