CEFR B2 · Upper-intermediate
Read Upper-intermediate Classics in English (B2)
179 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 The Boy Inventors and the Vanishing Gun, The Boy Inventor's Wireless Triumph and The Boy Hunters of Kentucky. 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 B2FantasyMopsa the FairyA curious boy discovers a hidden fairy nest inside an ancient thorn tree and finds himself trapped with tiny, talking fairies who grow and change before his eyes.
Level B2Science FictionMoonlight and RobotsIn a society where marriage rituals include a mysterious robot romance game, Thad must navigate deception and identity through lifelike facsimiles to win the right to wed.
Level B2Science FictionMoon GlowA historic American moon mission faces unexpected challenges as Captain Junius Robb and his crew explore the lunar surface, navigate communication blackouts, and grapple with weigh…
Level B2Science FictionMonumentA scientist known for accidental breakthroughs unveils his greatest invention yet: a crystal-powered perpetual motion pendulum housed in a fortress-like monument.
Level B2Science FictionMonsoons of DeathA young lieutenant eager for adventure is assigned to assist a cautious meteorologist on a remote Martian station, where mysterious delays in vital atmospheric data threaten humani…
Level B2Science FictionMoney is the Root of All GoodOn Lyrane, a society thrives by rewarding good deeds with luxury currency, spawning a unique stock market where virtuous individuals become corporations.
Level B2Science FictionMists of MarsIn a Martian desert where Earthmen vanish into a deadly white mist, Special Investigator Barry Williams confronts a mysterious force tied to ancient Martian justice.
Level B2Science FictionMissionAn alien explorer from a dying Mars lands on Earth to assess its primitive tree-dwelling inhabitants and determine if the planet can sustain a Martian colony, wielding devastating…
Level B2Science FictionMisruleIn a government building under siege during the chaotic annual People's Day, Glen Wheatley navigates hidden corridors and safety-holes to survive the escalating destruction unleash…
Level B2Science FictionMimsy's JokeAn elite crew lands on a cold, desolate Mars to explore an ancient, crumbling city that hints at long-lost intelligent life—yet the eerie silence and the looming unknown threaten t…
Level B2Science FictionMilk RunA rusty freighter crew drifts through hyperspace on a routine run, unaware that the mysterious alien creatures they've loaded are awakening—and taking over their ship.
Level B2Science FictionMembership DriveAn alien visitor accidentally lands on Earth and nonchalantly reveals his presence to stunned officials, challenging their assumptions about humanity's place in the galaxy while na…
Level B2Science FictionMeeting at the SummitAs global tensions soften, the President faces an extraordinary invitation to meet atop Mount Rainier—a mysterious conference that could alter the fate of the world and challenge e…
Level B2Science FictionMaster of NoneWhen mysterious signals from Ganymede, Jupiter’s largest moon, announce contact from an intelligent alien race, a sleepy small-town man and his curious friend grapple with the thri…
Level B2MysteryMary LouiseAt Miss Stearne's strict boarding school, Mary Louise navigates teenage tensions and a controversial curfew that sparks a student rebellion.
Level B2Science FictionMartian V.F.W.In a bustling New York parade celebrating the International Geophysical Year, an unexpected group of towering, colorful ants led by the enigmatic Martian V.
Level B2FantasyMan Overboard!A seasoned sailor recounts eerie tales of men lost overboard and mysterious returns from the sea, set aboard the old schooner Helen B.
Level B2Science FictionMan MadeA veteran astronaut with prosthetic limbs shares his extraordinary life spanning centuries, exploring distant planets and confronting the challenges of advanced synthetic body part…
Level B2FantasyLukundoo, and other storiesIn the depths of an untamed African forest, explorers encounter Etcham, a desperate messenger seeking help for his ailing chief, Ralph Stone—a man shrouded in mystery and marked by…
Level B2Science FictionLost on the Moon; Or, in Quest of the Field of DiamondsTwo boys uncover a Martian newspaper article claiming a field of diamonds on the moon, sparking a daring quest to verify this astonishing discovery amid linguistic puzzles and thri…
Level B2Science FictionLost in the FutureAfter humanity's first hyperspace journey, two explorers land on a seemingly Earth-like planet—only to find themselves out of sync with its inhabitants, trapped seconds ahead in ti…
Level B2Science FictionLost in the Atlantic Valley; Or, Frank Reade, Jr., and His Wonder, the "Dart"A young inventor unveils the Dart, a magnificent electric-powered submarine designed for deep-sea exploration, and sets off with a scientist to investigate the mysterious Atlantic…
Level B2Science FictionLooking Backward: 2000-1887A man from 1887 awakens in the year 2000 to find a transformed society built on cooperation and equality, challenging the failings of capitalism with a peaceful revolution toward a…
Level B2Science FictionLongevityIn a post-apocalyptic world, Captain Hinrik leads a daring expedition to rediscover the lost western continent, only to uncover eerie remnants of a vanished civilization and crypti…
Level B2FantasyLittle TomIn a secluded forest hut, a mysterious widow brews powerful herbal remedies that cure the village’s ailments, while ancient legends whisper of knights, ruins, and a precious altar…
Level B2FantasyLittle Mr. Thimblefinger and His Queer CountryOn a lively Southern plantation, a spirited girl named Sweetest Susan and her companions discover a magical world where dolls come to life and mysterious voices emerge from the fir…
Level B2FantasyLilith: A RomanceA young scholar inherits an ancient estate and immerses himself in a vast, mysterious library where the boundaries between science and metaphysical dreams blur, uncovering hidden t…
Level B2Science FictionLesson for TodayAfter a devastating nuclear apocalypse, Helen and her child Robbie find themselves mysteriously protected under a strange dome and sustained by alien food—now they must journey acr…
Level B2Science FictionLes MachinesIn a future where the line between humans and machines blurs, Isobel d'Larte faces trial for her husband's brutal murder.
Level B2FantasyKisington TownIn the peaceful town of Kisington, young Harold, a beloved and gifted reader, discovers the magic held within the town's library, forging friendships and unlocking stories that pro…
Level B2Science FictionJubilation, U.S.A.Two curious aliens in metallic suits arrive on a strange, dusty highway and cautiously venture into a desert bar where human customs—like gambling and suspicious glances—challenge…
Level B2Science FictionJoy RideIn a world dominated by cybernetic control and automated publishing, unexpected glitches unleash strange and rebellious messages, erratic traffic systems, and mysterious broadcast…
Level B2FantasyJohn of the WoodsIn a vibrant village stirred by the arrival of mysterious tumblers, a frail yet graceful boy with a haunting gaze captivates the crowd, hinting at hidden powers and a world where u…
Level B2FantasyJohn Whopper: The NewsboyA daring newsboy's shortcut turns into a thrilling fall through the earth, leading him to a mysterious land on the globe's opposite side.
Level B2FantasyJohn Dough and the CherubIn a bustling bakery filled with sweet aromas, a mysterious Arab named Ali Dubh flees from shadowy pursuers through the streets, sparking curiosity and hinting at an extraordinary…
Level B2Science FictionJoe Carson's WeaponMars invaders seek to steal the weapon of Joe Carson's brilliant mind to conquer Earth, while Joe, a passionate sci-fi fan, battles his own wild imagination and the chaos it unleas…
Level B2Science FictionJingle in the JungleIn a world where prize-fighting is outlawed and corruption runs deep, Charlie Jingle stands alone, fighting a rigged system with nothing but his skill and grit.
Level B2FantasyJimbo: A FantasyWhen Jimbo's governess stumbles upon a mysterious Empty House, a winter evening ignites a whimsical game of Rabbits that reveals unexpected adventures and the curious nature of chi…
Level B2Science FictionJewels of GwahlurA fierce warrior scales deadly cliffs to reach the hidden, legendary palace of Alkmeenon, where a fabled treasure—The Teeth of Gwahlur—beckons amidst dangerous political intrigues…
Level B2Science FictionJekyll-Hyde PlanetA family escapes Earth's overcrowded, war-torn future to colonize Centifor, a pristine, untouched paradise planet.
Level B2Science FictionJack of No TradesIn a distant asteroid belt, a resourceful man transforms a battered tug’s powerful drive unit into a mobile asteroid, sparking curiosity and intrigue as others watch his unconventi…
Level B2Science FictionJabberwock, Beware!Earth’s survival hinges on a high-stakes intellectual duel with giant Jovian aliens who have already destroyed the moon; Joe Waters, a brilliant yet reluctant champion, must face t…
Level B2FantasyIt's Your Fairy Tale, You KnowA boy enchanted by fairy tales escapes his dull schoolwork and modern world, longing for the magic of knights and wishes.
Level B2Science FictionInvader From InfinityWhen a mysterious alien sphere invades the Solar System, Commander Jon McPartland must lead humanity’s fastest, deadliest space fighter in a desperate battle to protect Earth from…
Level B2FantasyIn the Court of King ArthurIn a realm of legendary knights and chivalry, a young page named Allan faces danger when an arrogant knight demands a perilous message be delivered.
Level B2FantasyIn the Closed RoomIn a sweltering city flat near the thunderous Elevated Railroad, young Judith, a delicate and mysterious child, finds solace in her imagination and a distant aunt’s haunting legacy…
Level B2FantasyIn Story-landA kind-hearted, plain little girl named Beta finds purpose in bringing joy to her village through simple acts of kindness, while a wise but lame giant watches over them all from hi…
Level B2FantasyIn Camp With A Tin SoldierA curious boy hears the distant beat of soldiers' drums and discovers his favorite picture—a quiet country lane—beginning to come alive with mysterious movement.