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 B2AdventureThe Lure of the MississippiAs the Civil War erupts, a battery of soldiers hastens down the Mississippi, leaving a tense Sioux frontier behind.
Level B2MysteryThe Luminous FaceA prominent man’s mysterious death remains unsolved, sparking debate among a group of friends about the elusive nature of crime detection—where intuition, chance, and deception col…
Level B2RomanceThe Lucky Piece: A Tale of the North WoodsIn the rugged North Woods, a chance encounter between a determined boy and a mysterious mountain girl sparks a tale of unexpected connection and hope, bound by a cherished lucky co…
Level B2Children'sThe Luckiest Girl in the SchoolAs war tightens its grip, the Woodward family faces the harsh reality of shrinking income and tough choices.
Level B2Children'sThe Louisa Alcott Reader: a Supplementary Reader for the Fourth Year of SchoolA young girl, tired of the usual Christmas celebrations, yearns for something new and meaningful.
Level B2ClassicsThe Lost Word: A Christmas Legend of Long AgoIn ancient Antioch, a young Christian candidate wrestles with doubts and disillusionment on Christmas morning, caught between his past wealth and his new faith.
Level B2RomanceThe Lost ValleyA weary drifter stumbles upon a hidden cave by the sea, where chance encounters and mysterious discoveries hint at unexpected opportunities ahead.
Level B2RomanceThe Lost TrailA determined young frontiersman follows a frantic horse’s wild trail through the Kentucky wilderness, sensing danger from lurking Native American foes.
Level B2FantasyThe Lost Princess of OzWhen Princess Ozma mysteriously vanishes from her palace, her closest friends Dorothy, Betsy, and Trot set out on a magical journey through Oz to uncover the truth behind the sudde…
Level B2AdventureThe Lost PrinceA boy with a mysterious past and a noble father finds himself uprooted from Russia to live in London's bleakest neighborhood, where danger and secrecy shadow every move.
Level B2MysteryThe Lost Mine of the Amazon: A Hal Keen Mystery StoryAs Hal Keen embarks on his first journey through the Amazon, a mysterious encounter with a suspicious passenger hints at hidden dangers and secrets aboard the scow.
Level B2MysteryThe Lost MillionA dying stranger entrusts a young man with a mysterious bronze cylinder and a fortune of banknotes he insists must be destroyed—igniting a gripping mystery that promises secrets wo…
Level B2AdventureThe Lost Middy: Being the Secret of the Smugglers' GapA determined young lad battles a stubborn money-box and his fiery temper while navigating the challenges of growing up under the watchful eye of a gruff uncle, setting the stage fo…
Level B2AdventureThe Lost HeirIn the tense aftermath of a tiger attack in the Indian jungle, a mysterious English civilian named Mr.
Level B2AdventureThe Lost Gold of the Montezumas: A Story of the AlamoIn a shadowy cave beneath the gods of the Montezumas, a mysterious figure named Tetzcatl plots to stir up fierce Native tribes and lure Americans into a deadly trap amid the turbul…
Level B2Children'sThe Lost Giant, and Other American Indian Tales RetoldIn a time when animals roamed free and spirits whispered through the winds, a lonely boy named Wasewahto finds an unexpected protector in a towering giant.
Level B2AdventureThe Lost Explorers: A Story of the Trackless DesertTwo young men, weary of mundane city life, resolve to escape to the wild Australian goldfields where danger and mystery await.
Level B2Children'sThe Lost DryadA lost dryad, separated from her shattered oak tree, wanders into a village where she faces fear and misunderstanding.
Level B2MysteryThe Lost DespatchIn the frozen Maryland woods of 1864, a secret mission unfolds as two Union agents race to uncover the identity of a spy delaying crucial military despatches—could the fate of the…
Level B2ClassicsThe Lost ChildOn a bright Christmas Eve morning in Paris, the powerful and wealthy banker M.
Level B2AdventureThe Lost Cabin MineIn a sun-scorched frontier town, a restless adventurer struggles to find work and uncovers the mysterious tale of the Lost Cabin Mine, setting him on a dangerous path filled with s…
Level B2AdventureThe Loss of the Royal GeorgeA young boy is thrust into life aboard the mighty Royal George during the tumultuous Seven Years’ War, facing the chaos of naval battles and the harsh realities of the sea as Engla…
Level B2AdventureThe Lords of the Wild: A Story of the Old New York BorderAmid the vibrant wilderness of the Old New York border, a young man named Robert Lennox seeks refuge and strength while navigating the dangers of the frontier.
Level B2Science FictionThe Lord of Death and the Queen of LifeFour men aboard the Sky Cube venture toward Mercury, harnessing the mysterious electricity of the ether to power their extraordinary craft.
Level B2AdventureThe Long Patrol: A Tale of the Mounted PoliceIn the remote Yukon Territory, a determined Mounted Police constable is tasked with a perilous mission to rescue a kidnapped child and bring ruthless villains to justice, testing c…
Level B2AdventureThe Long Dim TrailAmid Arizona's rugged landscape, a seasoned cowboy and a newcomer doctor join forces on a tense cattle drive, uncovering the raw challenges and wild spirit of the frontier.
Level B2AdventureThe Lonesome Trail and Other StoriesA rugged man haunted by past heartbreak shies away from women until a determined schoolma’am challenges his fears, sparking a tale of courage, friendship, and the wild spirit of th…
Level B2HistoricalThe Lonely WarriorIn 1914, a young architect wrestles with his duty to join a distant war that threatens the world’s fragile peace, confronting his father’s pragmatic caution and his own restless id…
Level B2RomanceThe Lonely StrongholdIn a dreary bank office on a bitter December night, young women grapple with monotony and dreams of escape.
Level B2AdventureThe Lone Star Ranger: A Romance of the BorderA fierce gunman haunted by his violent heritage faces deadly challenges on the wild Texas frontier, where law and outlaw blur and survival demands both grit and restraint.
Level B2ClassicsThe Log of the "Jolly Polly"A struggling novelist clings to fading fame when unexpected relatives from Massachusetts arrive, hinting at a mysterious connection that could change everything.
Level B2AdventureThe Log of a Cowboy: A Narrative of the Old Trail DaysAmid the aftermath of the Civil War, a young boy embarks on a rugged journey from Georgia to Texas, learning the true meaning of courage and survival while guarding his family’s pr…
Level B2HistoricalThe Log School-House on the ColumbiaAmid the towering peaks and vast wilderness of the Oregon Territory, a young German girl with dreams of poetry and music navigates the rugged life of pioneer settlers, caught betwe…
Level B2FantasyThe Living MummyIn the scorching Libyan desert, a renowned Egyptologist and his intriguing daughter uncover the tomb of Ptahmes, a powerful priest who foretold his own resurrection after millennia…
Level B2ClassicsThe Living Link: A NovelIn a quiet boarding school, Edith arrives to a tense silence and a mysterious summons from Miss Plympton, hinting at a terrible secret that will upend the lives of the young ladies…
Level B2HistoricalThe Littlest RebelIn the shadow of the Civil War, a spirited seven-year-old girl named Virgie brings innocence and imagination to a world scarred by conflict, weaving childhood play with the harsh r…
Level B2AdventureThe Little Washingtons' TravelsJoin the lively Washington family and their cousins as they embark on a bustling train journey to New York City, filled with childhood mischief, historical curiosity, and the excit…
Level B2HistoricalThe Little Washington's RelativesWhen city cousins arrive, George and Martha eagerly plan adventures to share their hometown’s history, including battles, homesteads, and playful reenactments, promising a lively a…
Level B2ClassicsThe Little Vanities of Mrs. Whittaker: A NovelIn an era when women’s roles are limited, Regina Brown, a determined and educated young woman, wrestles with the confines of middle-class life and her desire for a meaningful purpo…
Level B2Children'sThe Little Spanish DancerIn sunlit Seville, young Pilar dances with magical castanets, carrying a legacy of dancers and a heavy burden—the need to save her ailing grandfather.
Level B2AdventureThe Little Skipper: A Son of a SailorYoung Bob, known as the Skipper, and his sister Dot embark on a spring adventure by their lakeside home, navigating the challenges of launching Bob’s intricate model ship, the "Fla…
Level B2Children'sThe Little School-MothersAt Abbeyfield School, the third form girls are entrusted with welcoming Robina Starling, a shy newcomer sent from home due to her mother's illness.
Level B2ClassicsThe Little Russian ServantA young Russian peasant girl named Mavra enters noble service as an embroiderer, stepping into a world of opulence and strict hierarchy where her skills and quiet presence catch th…
Level B2ClassicsThe Little Room, and Other StoriesA family returns to a remote Vermont farm haunted by the mystery of a vanished "little room" that exists only in memory and imagination, challenging the boundaries between reality…
Level B2RomanceThe Little Red Chimney: Being the Love Story of a Candy ManA candy vendor's quiet life turns intriguing when fate weaves him into a world of social intrigue, mistaken identities, and the pursuit of love amidst the colorful bustle of the ci…
Level B2Children'sThe Little Princess of Tower HillMaggie Ascot, the pampered "Little Princess of Tower Hill," lives a life of luxury and admiration, but as education and discipline enter her world, her spirited nature begins to su…
Level B2FantasyThe Little Princess in the WoodA lively princess wakes to a magical summer day filled with playful Dew Children, woodland creatures, and enchanting lessons under the trees.
Level B2HistoricalThe Little Old PortraitAmid the turmoil of the French Revolution, a humble farmhouse in Touraine becomes a beacon of hope and courage, where children prepare to celebrate their mother’s birthday amidst m…