CEFR B2 · Upper-intermediate
Read Upper-intermediate Classics in English (B2)
390 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 Mansion of Mystery: Being a Certain Case of Importance, Taken from the Note-book of Adam Adams, Investigator and Detective, The Manor School and The Mandarin's Fan. 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 B2MysteryThe Chink in the ArmourIn sunlit Paris, Sylvia Bailey and her new friend Anna Wolsky are drawn to a mysterious fortune-teller whose card promises secrets kept from no one.
Level B2MysteryThe Chief LegateeOn the day of his wedding, a bride mysteriously vanishes from a hotel mere minutes after the ceremony, leaving her new husband desperate for answers.
Level B2MysteryThe Castlecourt Diamond MysteryWhen the Castlecourt diamonds vanish during a London season at Burridge’s Hotel, Sophy Jeffers, lady’s maid to the Marchioness, recounts the tangled lives and secrets of the aristo…
Level B2MysteryThe Case of the Registered LetterA humble yet brilliant detective with a troubled past takes on a case that local authorities are eager to dismiss, racing against time to prove an innocent man’s guilt—or uncover a…
Level B2MysteryThe Case of the Pool of Blood in the Pastor's StudyA modest yet brilliant detective haunted by a wrongful past takes on a chilling mystery in a quiet village, where a pool of blood in the pastor’s study hints at dark secrets beneat…
Level B2MysteryThe Case of the Pocket Diary Found in the SnowA modest secret service detective with a troubled past uses relentless instinct to solve baffling crimes, even when official powers resist.
Level B2MysteryThe Case of the Lamp That Went OutIn early-morning Vienna, a modest yet brilliant detective with a troubled past takes on a puzzling case that challenges the city's police and his own sense of justice.
Level B2MysteryThe Case of the Golden BulletA modest yet brilliant detective haunted by a wrongful past takes on cases that baffle the Imperial Austrian police, navigating bureaucracy and moral dilemmas.
Level B2MysteryThe Case and the GirlA discharged army captain, restless in civilian life, answers a cryptic ad promising danger and reward, only to be drawn into a secretive, high-stakes mission initiated by a myster…
Level B2MysteryThe Case and Exceptions: Stories of Counsel and ClientsIn a tense courtroom drama, a devoted lawyer reflects on his oldest friend's trial, revealing a bond tested by loyalty, sharp intellect, and the unwavering companionship of a faith…
Level B2MysteryThe Campfire Girls on Station Island; Or, The Wireless from the Steam YachtWhen a spirited radio concert raises funds for a hospital, three friends seek summer adventure beyond their small town, only to be drawn into a mysterious wireless message that pro…
Level B2MysteryThe Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore; Or, Bessie King's HappinessAfter a devastating fire nearly destroys their camp, a determined group of Camp Fire Girls refuse to give up, facing mysterious threats and forging new bonds as they rebuild their…
Level B2MysteryThe Camp Fire Boys at Log Cabin Bend; Or, Four Chums Afoot in the Tall TimberFour friends embark on a rugged hike through towering woods, crossing rivers and following old trails as night falls.
Level B2MysteryThe Cabman's Story: The Mysteries of a London 'Growler'A veteran London cabman with nearly fifty years on the streets recounts a chilling night when he unwittingly ferried a dead man through the city, unveiling the eerie mysteries hidd…
Level B2MysteryThe Burglar and the Blizzard: A Christmas StoryA series of daring robberies plagues a wealthy mountain community, with a mysterious thief slipping in unnoticed under the cover of night.
Level B2MysteryThe BrightenerAmidst secret gardens and whispered rumors, a young princess faces devastating news of war and loss while navigating a web of family intrigue and hidden truths.
Level B2MysteryThe Bradys' Race for Life; or, Rounding Up a Tough Trio: A Detective Story of LifeIn the smoke-filled tenement of a rough New York quarter, two fearless detectives plunge into a burning building to uncover the truth behind a mysterious crime marked by blood and…
Level B2MysteryThe Bradys' Chinese Clew; Or, The Secret Dens of Pell StreetDuring a fierce New York storm, detectives Old King Brady and his companion confront a mysterious case involving a missing Albany girl who eloped with a Chinese man, sparking a tan…
Level B2MysteryThe Bradys and the Girl Smuggler; Or, Working for the Custom HouseTwo skilled detectives, Old and Young King Brady, are called to crack a cunning smuggling ring flooding the country with untaxed precious stones.
Level B2MysteryThe Bradys Beyond Their Depth; Or, The Great Swamp MysteryIn a shadowy New York night, two renowned detectives, Old and Young King Brady, stumble upon mysterious cries of murder and a suspicious coffin removal, plunging them into a grippi…
Level B2MysteryThe Bradys After a Chinese Princess; Or, The Yellow Fiends of 'FriscoIn fog-shrouded San Francisco, the legendary detective Old King Brady and his skilled partner stake out the harbor to uncover a secret opium smuggling ring aided by mysterious alli…
Level B2MysteryThe Boys of the Wireless; Or, A Stirring Rescue from the DeepInventive Tom Barnes experiments with wireless telegraphy in his small town, but when crucial equipment goes missing, he and his friends must unravel the mystery and prove their sk…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts with the Red CrossAmid a fierce strike and violent clashes at a cement plant, a group of determined Boy Scouts steps up to provide crucial first aid to wounded workers, risking danger to bring hope…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts with the Motion Picture PlayersFive adventurous Boy Scouts embark on a weekend hike to the eerie Randall’s Folly, a haunted castle shrouded in mystery.
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts on Picket DutyA group of Boy Scouts aboard the sloop Arrow uncover a mysterious, unlit steamer lurking near Florida's coast, sparking suspicions of hostile intentions and a thrilling race to ale…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts of the Naval ReserveThree Boy Scouts from the Wolf Patrol set out to test a newly rigged wireless device atop Cedar Hill, uncovering the secrets and challenges that come with leadership, friendship, a…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts of the Life Saving CrewThree Boy Scouts journey to the flourishing town of Santario, Florida, where a spring visit to a historic coastal village sets the stage for friendship, rivalry, and unexpected adv…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts of the Geological SurveyA determined young trapper balances the rugged life of hunting with the urgent need to save his ailing mother, all while dreaming of a future in mining and uncovering hidden riches…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts of the Flying SquadronTwo determined Boy Scouts trek deep into the wilderness after Thanksgiving, testing a mysterious new invention amid the frozen forests of Stormberg Mountain—where adventure and une…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts of the Air in Indian LandIn the rugged Southwest, a group of adventurous boys awaits the arrival of a new companion whose visit will ignite mysteries and challenges at the remote Fort Bayard.
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts in the SaddleIn a rugged town shadowed by a granite quarry, a wealthy, arrogant youth scoffs at the local Boy Scouts, who ride motorcycles and earn their own way.
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts in the Great FloodAs relentless rain and melting snow threaten Oakvale with a devastating flood, the resourceful Boy Scouts of the Wolf Patrol prepare to face nature’s fury and prove their courage i…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts for Home ProtectionIn a town plagued by reckless drivers and unsafe crossings, a determined Boy Scout patrol steps up to protect their community.
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts for City ImprovementTwo determined Boy Scouts, Hugh and Billy, set out to tackle their town’s litter problem and inspire community pride, turning a hot September day into the start of a spirited campa…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts at Mobilization CampTwo eager Boy Scouts in Oakvale dream of visiting a bustling mobilization camp where local militia prepare for war, eager to help and uncover adventures amid the military excitemen…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts as Forest Fire FightersIn a drought-stricken town skeptical of their efforts, a determined troop of Boy Scouts sets out to prove their worth as forest fire fighters, overcoming doubt and opposition with…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts as County Fair GuidesAs the annual County Fair approaches, three Boy Scouts from Oakvale prepare to navigate thrilling exhibitions, daring aerial stunts, and community adventures, all while showcasing…
Level B2MysteryThe Border Spy; or, The Beautiful Captive of the Rebel Camp: A Story of the WarIn the midst of a fierce war, a distrustful spy navigates a rugged borderland where loyalty is uncertain and every decision could mean life or death.
Level B2MysteryThe Boarded-Up HouseTwo lifelong friends living on either side of a mysterious, abandoned house find their summer plans spoiled by rain, but the boarded-up mansion's eerie presence and untold secrets…
Level B2MysteryThe Blonde Lady: Being a Record of the Duel of Wits between Arsène Lupin and the English DetectiveWhen a modest writing-desk disappears without a trace except for a curious encounter with a mysterious young man, a professor and his daughter find themselves entangled in a daring…
Level B2MysteryThe Black Wolf PackA young scoutmaster’s day spirals into chaos when a car breakdown and a bitter grudge unleash old secrets and sharp tensions in a bustling mill town.
Level B2MysteryThe Black Tortoise: Being the Strange Story of Old Frick's DiamondA private detective faces a haunting mystery tied to Old Frick's diamond, forcing him to confront a shadowed past as he prepares for a crucial voyage to America.
Level B2MysteryThe Black RobeA nephew reluctantly journeys to Boulogne to accompany his ailing aunt across the Channel, only to find himself trapped in a tense, uncertain wait alongside her mysterious companio…
Level B2MysteryThe Black PatchIn a secluded Sussex garden, seven railway carriages transformed into eccentric homes hide secrets around a reclusive moneylender whose secluded domain attracts desperate borrowers…
Level B2MysteryThe Black Eagle MysteryWhen a prominent corporate lawyer plunges to his death from a skyscraper, a reporter and his wife dive into the tangled world of high finance and secrets lurking in the Black Eagle…
Level B2MysteryThe Black BoxIn the dazzling heights of New York’s elite, Sanford Quest, a master criminologist with unmatched influence, navigates a world where law and crime blur, commanding respect and fear…
Level B2MysteryThe Bishop's purseOn a brief train ride from Dover to London, an American girl’s unexpected charm captivates an English bishop, while a mysterious, sorrowful woman with a hidden past stirs curiosity…
Level B2MysteryThe Betrayal of John FordhamHaunted by a shadowy crime he can’t fully recall, John Fordham faces a grim fate as he wrestles with guilt, love, and a relentless enemy determined to destroy him and the family he…