CEFR B2 · Upper-intermediate
Read Upper-intermediate Classics in English (B2)
3688 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 B2FantasyTom Swift and His Photo Telephone or the Picture That Saved a FortuneA young inventor defies skepticism to create a photo telephone that transmits images alongside sound, challenging the limits of science and technology.
Level B2AdventureTom Swift and His Motor-Cycle; Or, Fun and Adventures on the RoadA daring young inventor faces off against a reckless speedster on the road, sparking a rivalry that leads to thrilling mechanical adventures and record-breaking challenges.
Level B2AdventureTom Swift and His Motor-Boat; Or, The Rivals of Lake CarlopaA young inventor eyes a damaged motor-boat up for auction, hoping to revive it and make a splash on Lake Carlopa.
Level B2AdventureTom Swift and His Great Searchlight; or, on the border for Uncle SamA young inventor perfects a groundbreaking noiseless airship motor while facing threats from an old rival who might sabotage his secrets.
Level B2FantasyTom Swift and His Giant TelescopeA young inventor reveals a mysterious new crystal that bends light in astonishing ways, sparking dreams of exploring distant planets with his giant telescope.
Level B2AdventureTom Swift and His Giant Cannon; Or, The Longest Shots on RecordA young inventor tests his latest creation—a giant cannon—while an old prospector seeks funding for a daring expedition to find a lost opal mine near Panama.
Level B2FantasyTom Swift and His Electric Runabout; Or, The Speediest Car on the RoadA young inventor sets out to build the fastest electric car ever, aiming to win a prestigious prize and outpace his rival in a thrilling race of speed and ingenuity.
Level B2AdventureTom Swift and His Electric Rifle; Or, Daring Adventures in Elephant LandA young inventor perfects his electric rifle and prepares for daring tests, while navigating rivalries, family challenges, and the promise of thrilling adventures in exotic Elephan…
Level B2FantasyTom Swift and His Electric Locomotive; Or, Two Miles a Minute on the RailsA young inventor faces fierce corporate rivalry as he tackles the challenge of creating an unprecedented electric locomotive capable of two miles a minute, racing against time and…
Level B2FantasyTom Swift and His Big Tunnel; Or, The Hidden City of the AndesWhen a mysterious stranger arrives with an urgent message, young inventor Tom Swift must protect his groundbreaking inventions and uncover hidden secrets, aided by his loyal giant…
Level B2FantasyTom Swift and His Air Scout; Or, Uncle Sam's Mastery of the SkyA daring young inventor prepares to take his hesitant companion on a thrilling first flight in his speedy, double-winged aeroplane, promising safety and adventure above the clouds.
Level B2FantasyTom Swift and His Aerial Warship; Or, The Naval Terror of the SeasA young inventor wrestles with the challenges of perfecting an aerial warship—a daring flying machine designed to carry heavy weaponry and redefine naval warfare from the skies.
Level B2FantasyTom Swift Among the Fire Fighters; Or, Battling with Flames from the AirA young inventor and his loyal companions face a sudden, mysterious uproar outside their home, hinting at an urgent crisis that demands their daring skills and inventive genius.
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 B2Children'sTom Slade Picks a WinnerWhen Wilfred Cowell suddenly collapses, his family anxiously awaits a doctor’s arrival, but an unexpected visitor from Temple Camp brings new hope and mystery.
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 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 B2Children'sTom GilliesOn rugged Norton Island, spirited Tom Gillies struggles between youthful freedom and family expectations as he faces a new chance working for Miss Pringle, who promises to challeng…
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 B2Children'sTolstoi for the young: Select tales from TolstoiIn a peasant family, Ivan the Fool’s simple kindness contrasts with his ambitious brothers’ greed and folly, while mischievous devils conspire to sow discord and ruin their lives.
Level B2Children'sTold by Uncle Remus: New Stories of the Old PlantationIn a return to the plantation, an elderly storyteller finds his tales enchanting a new, delicate child whose refined nature sparks curiosity and gentle concern.
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 B2Children'sTip Lewis and His LampIn a lively Sabbath school, a shy young teacher takes on a mischievous class of ragged boys with no lessons and wild spirits.
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 B2Children'sTimid LucyTimid Lucy faces her fears in a quiet village where even the moonlit orchard seems mysterious.
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 B2Children'sTiger and Tom and Other Stories for BoysDuring a summer vacation, young Tom and his dog Tiger encounter a fierce quarrel that leads to a dangerous accident, forcing Tom to confront his temper and take responsibility in a…
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…