CEFR B2 · Upper-intermediate
Read Upper-intermediate Classics in English (B2)
4236 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 B2ClassicsMore FablesAunt Mehely warns Uncle Brewster about the temptations of the big city, but his small-town charm and cautious spirit lead him through a series of humorous misadventures—from theate…
Level B2Children'sMore Bed-Time StoriesA troubled boy burdened by a harsh reputation and a fractured family struggles to find hope and meaning after his mother's prayers and his father's final warnings shape his path.
Level B2PoetryMore Bab BalladsDive into a whimsical world where a disguised bumboat woman joins a naval crew, revealing charming tales of love, loyalty, and unexpected adventure on the seas.
Level B2AdventureMore About Teddy B. and Teddy G., the Roosevelt Bears: Being Volume Two Depicting Their Further Travels and AdventuresTwo adventurous Teddy Bears set out from their Colorado den to explore the East, encountering thrilling escapades from balloon rides to city fairs, all while teaching children abou…
Level B2Children'sMorag: A Tale of the Highlands of ScotlandA young girl leaves London for the rugged Highlands, where towering hills and ancient forests set the stage for adventure and discovery.
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 B2ClassicsMoor FiresOn the windswept moor, Helen returns to familiar paths haunted by childhood memories and the mysterious Easter fires.
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 B2AdventureMoonfleetIn a fading seaside village steeped in secrets, fifteen-year-old John Trenchard finds himself drawn into a perilous world of smuggling and adventure, where danger and mystery lurk…
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 B2AdventureMontezuma's Castle, and Other Weird TalesA daring explorer braves treacherous cliffs and ancient caves near Montezuma's Castle, uncovering mysterious relics and untold secrets of long-lost inhabitants.
Level B2Children'sMonteagleA pale, fragile girl longs for the cool stillness of Monteagle, a place she imagines as heavenly relief from her weakness and weariness.
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 B2Children'sMonitress MerleTwo sisters return to their beloved seaside town for the last days of summer, eager to soak in the sunshine, explore rocky shores, and embrace the changes awaiting them at their sc…
Level B2RomanceMonica: A Novel, Volume 2 (of 3)Left alone in London, Monica struggles to navigate the oppressive social world imposed by her friend Cecilia and the unsettling attentions of Conrad, all while longing for her abse…
Level B2Children'sMonica's choiceA spirited fifteen-year-old girl clashes with her strict grandmother as she navigates rebellious impulses and the challenges of growing up under close watch, all while yearning for…
Level B2Children'sMonica and the FifthNew to St.
Level B2Children'sMoni the Goat-BoyHigh in the mountains, lively Moni tends his beloved goats, singing and guiding them through rocky paths while charming visitors with his joyful spirit.
Level B2Children'sMoni the Goat Boy, and Other StoriesHigh in the Swiss Alps, young Moni tends a lively herd of goats, weaving through mountain paths with song and care.
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 B2RomanceMona; Or, The Secret of a Royal MirrorA captivating young widow with a mysterious past and dazzling beauty draws the attention of a successful broker in a bustling Chicago hotel, igniting a tender and intriguing romanc…
Level B2AdventureMomotaro; or, Little Peachling: Japanese Fairy Tale Series No. 1An extraordinary boy born from a giant peach embarks on a daring quest to an island of devils, joined by a loyal dog, monkey, and pheasant, to claim their treasures and bring honor…
Level B2HistoricalMolly, the Drummer Boy: A Story of the RevolutionAmid the turmoil of the American Revolution, young Debby Mason faces heartbreak as her father is cast out from their town, but an unexpected chance to join the fight as a drummer b…
Level B2ClassicsMolly's treacheryA young woman trapped in a gloomy estate longs to escape her strict hostess and dreary surroundings, dreaming of a freer, more glamorous life beyond the shadowed woods.
Level B2HistoricalMolly Brown's Sophomore DaysReturning to her beloved college dorm, a spirited sophomore reconnects with friends and encounters surprises that test her loyalty and zest for campus life.
Level B2Children'sMolly Brown's Senior DaysAs their final college year begins, Molly Brown and her close-knit group of friends navigate the bittersweet joys and challenges of senior life at Wellington College, from late arr…
Level B2Children'sMolly Brown's Post-Graduate DaysAfter graduating college, Molly Brown and her friend Judy return to Molly’s lively Kentucky home, where family, old friends, and charming adventures await amid rolling bluegrass fi…
Level B2RomanceMolly Brown's Orchard HomeA young woman from Kentucky embarks on a thrilling voyage to Paris with her mother, navigating family conflicts and financial troubles tied to an oil land dispute.
Level B2Children'sMolly Brown's Junior DaysAt Wellington College, Nance Oldham faces the chaos of a crowded dorm with six trunks and a piano, while forging new friendships, including with the shy yet resourceful Japanese gi…
Level B2Children'sMolly Brown's Freshman DaysArriving at Wellington University with nothing but a burnt-orange tie and a brave heart, a shy newcomer faces the chaos of college life, lost luggage, and the challenge of fitting…
Level B2Children'sMolly Brown's College FriendsOld college friends reunite as Nance Oldham, burdened by family loss and sacrificed dreams, arrives to stay with Molly Brown and her family.
Level B2Children'sMolly Brown of KentuckyAmid the looming shadow of war, a spirited woman finds herself torn between her restless past and the uncertain future in a quiet French village, where friendships, family, and cou…
Level B2AdventureMollie and the Unwiseman AbroadJoin Mollie, her lively rubber-doll Whistlebinkie, and the quirky Unwiseman as they embark on a whimsical European adventure filled with curious sights, playful banter, and the mag…
Level B2HistoricalModern English Books of PowerExplore the lives and works of the greatest modern English writers, from Macaulay to Kipling, unveiling the spiritual essence behind their timeless classics and the personal strugg…
Level B2ClassicsModel Speeches for PractiseMaster the art of public speaking through carefully selected exemplary speeches that guide you in analysis, practice, and delivery.
Level B2ClassicsMixed GrillA young host enlists the help of the charming and mysterious Mr.
Level B2AdventureMitch MillerAwakening from a dreamy haze, a boy slowly discovers the vibrant town of Petersburg, its people, and the curious Mitch Miller—a boy so absorbed in books and stories he brings adven…
Level B2Children'sMisunderstoodTwo young brothers, full of mischief and boundless energy, navigate the challenges of childhood under the watchful eye of their nervous caretaker, Virginie, while their distant fat…
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 B2RomanceMistress Nancy Molesworth: A Tale of AdventureA proud young heir faces ruin when he inherits a heavily mortgaged estate, forcing him to choose between strict economy or a strategic marriage—despite his bitter distrust of women…
Level B2ClassicsMistress AnneIn a quiet riverside lodge, a young schoolteacher yearns for youthful companionship and vibrant life beyond her simple, isolated world.
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 B2ClassicsMissingAs war looms, two sisters navigate the fragile balance of duty and independence in a quiet Lakeland town, where love, loss, and the looming front test their bond and future.
Level B2ClassicsMiss Theodora: A West End StoryIn Boston’s old West End, Miss Theodora devotes herself to raising her orphaned nephew Ernest, determined to restore their family’s lost fortune and honor despite fading wealth and…
Level B2Children'sMiss Santa Claus of the PullmanIn a bustling little shop, young William discovers the magic of Christmas and Santa Claus through whispered tales and secret glimpses, while his caretakers prepare for a holiday fi…
Level B2AdventureMiss Peck's Adventures: The Second Part of The Conceited PigMiss Peck sets out alone through a dark, eerie lane on a mission to reach the Queen’s house, battling fearsome shadows and unexpected dangers.
Level B2RomanceMiss Numè of Japan: A Japanese-American RomanceBound by a promise made in childhood, Orito embarks on a journey to America for an education that will shape his future—and unite him with Numè, his spirited betrothed, amid the cl…