CEFR B2 · Upper-intermediate
Read Upper-intermediate Classics in English (B2)
7164 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 B2RomanceThe discovery of DamarisIn quiet London, Damaris lives a sheltered life under her uncles' watchful eyes, her graceful exterior hiding fierce, slumbering passions.
Level B2AdventureThe desert homeVast and varied, the Great American Desert stretches over a million square miles of shifting sands, rugged mountains, and surprising oases, inviting daring explorers to uncover its…
Level B2Science FictionThe deadly thinkersA vast, mile-wide machine known as Urei begins to show signs of sentience, sparking fear as it might influence or even control human minds.
Level B2MysteryThe de Bercy AffairWhen a prominent lady linked to a shocking West End murder disappears, Chief Inspector Winter races against time to unravel her mysterious past and uncover the truth behind the de…
Level B2ClassicsThe day's journeyIn a tranquil English countryside, Rose Summers visits her cousin Cecily, now living quietly at the Priory with her husband Robert Kingslake, a struggling writer.
Level B2FantasyThe daughter of the dawnIn a London study, a mysterious visitor clad in feathers and cloaks arrives with a tale of Maori magic and ancient secrets, drawing the narrator into a world where legend and reali…
Level B2Children'sThe dark nightTwins Osric and Elsie navigate childhood challenges on their way to school, where secrets and fears test their bond.
Level B2MysteryThe dark eyes of LondonIn the shadowy underworld of London, Inspector Larry Holt confronts a terrifying gang of blind giants lurking in the city's darkest corners.
Level B2MysteryThe dangerous gameAn acclaimed English novelist seeks solace on the enchanting island of Corfu, but mysterious tensions arise between a charming woman and her enigmatic husband, drawing him into a w…
Level B2AdventureThe cruise of the SnarkA daring crew abandons comfort and convention to sail their small yacht, the Snark, around the world, driven by a thirst for personal achievement and the call of the sea’s wild adv…
Level B2AdventureThe cruise of the Canoe ClubFour adventurous boys pool their savings and seek expert advice to buy canoes for an epic cruise, navigating challenges of cost, choice, and camaraderie as they set out to explore…
Level B2MysteryThe crimson circleA man teetering on the edge of ruin meets a shadowy figure who offers him a dark initiation into a deadly secret society.
Level B2MysteryThe crimpIn 19th-century San Francisco, desperate Captain Gully hires Abie Kelly, a cunning crimp and disguised detective, to covertly recruit six tough men for a perilous Arctic whaling vo…
Level B2HistoricalThe corporal's storyAmidst border tensions and youthful dreams, a seasoned corporal watches over eager young soldiers stationed near the Mexican frontier, where romance and reality collide under the s…
Level B2ClassicsThe convolvulus: a comedy in three actsIn a stylish New York parlor, family secrets and unexpected proposals unfold over afternoon tea, as Jack grapples with his absent father's mysterious disappearance and the eccentri…
Level B2Children'sThe convict's childA young maid receives a mysterious letter summoning her to visit a sick friend in a grim workhouse, stirring memories of friendship, hardship, and redemption.
Level B2ClassicsThe coast guardsmanAubrey Sears, a dedicated coast guardsman, faces suspicion and rivalry as he prepares to inherit the Number One surfman post amidst Cape Cod’s fierce smuggling battles.
Level B2ClassicsThe closed doorA stormy shipwreck reveals a tangled web of love and secrets between Captain Harry Owen, his unsuspecting wife, and the enigmatic Kitty Melrose.
Level B2HistoricalThe clammer and the submarineBeneath an ancient pine overlooking a serene harbor, a contemplative gardener wrestles with the changing seasons and the encroaching shadows of war, blending the quiet rhythms of r…
Level B2RomanceThe city in the seaA young writer in post-war London struggles to find his place amid the bustling streets and fading romance, until a mysterious submerged city promises adventure beyond the ordinary…
Level B2MysteryThe chronicles of Michael Danevitch of the Russian Secret ServiceAn explosive attempt on the Russian Emperor's life sparks a relentless pursuit across Europe, led by a determined secret service agent.
Level B2FantasyThe chronicles of Fairy landStep into a magical forest where firelight transforms into enchanted castles, brave knights, and mischievous faeries.
Level B2AdventureThe children of Old Park's TavernAt Old Park's Tavern, the bustling preparations for a lively political convention bring Dolly, a curious city girl, into the heart of country life, where debates, feasts, and unexp…
Level B2ClassicsThe children of DickensStep into Dickens’s London, a bustling maze of narrow alleys, crowded streets, and lively riverfronts filled with colorful characters whose lives intertwine in unexpected ways, rev…
Level B2Children'sThe child's curiosity book, embellished with cuts.Discover charming tales and lessons about kindness, honesty, and safety through stories of playful children, friendly robins, and festive treats, all designed to delight and teach…
Level B2Children'sThe chest of toolsTwo boys face the consequences of forbidden mischief when a locked tool chest is opened, leading to a painful injury and a tangled web of secrets and lies.
Level B2AdventureThe cheerful blackguardA half-Spanish, half-Irish youth embarks on a restless quest across the Great Plains, haunted by mysterious howls and the search for his lost brother.
Level B2Science FictionThe cave girlStranded on a lonely shore, a fragile intellectual faces a mysterious, shadowy creature lurking at the forest’s edge, forcing him to confront his fears and primal instincts in a de…
Level B2FantasyThe cats' Arabian nights, or, King GrimalkumIn a kingdom ruled by the ruthless King Grimalkum, cats with lighter fur face exile or worse, while the beloved Pussyanita’s life hangs in the balance.
Level B2MysteryThe case with nine solutionsIn a fog-shrouded town, an overworked doctor faces sleepless nights and unexpected visitors, hinting at a mystery that challenges his resolve and skills.
Level B2RomanceThe cableA spirited girl with fiery red hair races through the city, delighting a playful band of street boys with toffee treats as she balances mischief and kindness in a bustling urban wo…
Level B2Children'sThe brother's return, and other storiesA man returns home after twenty years, hoping to reconcile with his brother Long John, only to find the past and their lives changed beyond recognition.
Level B2Science FictionThe bridge of lightAn explorer’s chance discovery in an old Spanish port leads to a journey steeped in ancient Mayan legends, mysterious symbols, and forgotten technologies.
Level B2RomanceThe bride's fate: The sequel to "The changed brides"A young mother finds unexpected refuge and affection in the home of General Lyon, where her love for her child and the bonds of a new family offer solace after painful loss.
Level B2RomanceThe breath of slanderIn a sleepy Pennsylvania mountain village basking in an unprecedented early spring, a determined young traveler sets out on a mysterious mountain path that promises more than just…
Level B2HistoricalThe brave little maid of GoldauAmidst the lush Swiss valley of Goldau in 1806, a young maid named Franziska tends to a cozy mountain home while dark clouds and ominous cracks on the mountain hint at a brewing na…
Level B2Children'sThe braceletsIn a serene English school, two friends vie for a cherished bracelet prize symbolizing merit and friendship, revealing contrasts in ambition, character, and the challenges of growi…
Level B2Children'sThe boys of Columbia High on the gridironRival high school football teams clash as Columbia’s boys train hard, face fierce competition, and navigate friendships and rivalries on the road to claiming the coveted Silver Cup…
Level B2Children'sThe boys of Columbia High on the diamondA spirited baseball team from Columbia High journeys by launch to face their rivals at Bellport, with a pennant and town pride on the line.
Level B2Children'sThe boys of Columbia High in track athleticsAs graduation nears, Columbia High's top athletes prepare for a thrilling track and field competition against fierce rivals from neighboring towns.
Level B2Children'sThe boy who never lost a chanceIn a time when railroads reshape the English countryside, a resourceful boy seizes every opportunity, from delivering meals to aiding workers, proving that courage and kindness ope…
Level B2Children'sThe boy who brought ChristmasIn the heart of the North Carolina mountains, a spirited boy named Grover Cleveland embarks on a snowy adventure with his dog to track down Old Sandy Claus and ensure every mountai…
Level B2AdventureThe boy nihilistA young American heir embarks on a global journey, unknowingly stepping into a secret world of revolution and intrigue.
Level B2AdventureThe book of friendly giantsA lonely herdboy named Ivan hears mysterious cries in the forest and ventures into the darkness, where he encounters the gentle giants who defy fearsome legends with their kind hea…
Level B2Children'sThe bonfireIn a village where whispers and jeers shadow him, a lonely old man faces the mischief and misunderstanding of local children, all while hiding a painful secret from his past.
Level B2AdventureThe blind lion of the CongoA world-traveling explorer returns home with tales of daring adventures across deserts and slave gangs, igniting a young scholar's dream of thrilling escapades in the Congo.
Level B2ClassicsThe black spaniel, and other storiesIn the vibrant setting of Rome’s Grand Hotel, two very different men—an ailing London doctor and a cultured traveler—are introduced, sparking a tense clash of beliefs about humanit…
Level B2Children'sThe black ship: with other allegories and parablesTwo inseparable siblings, Hope and May, live by the sea on a mysterious island ringed by towering mountains.