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 Iron Boys in the Mines; or, Starting at the Bottom of the ShaftA determined sixteen-year-old boy fights through obstacles and hostile reception to secure a job in the dangerous coal mines, proving strength and resolve beyond his years.
Level B2AdventureThe Iron Boys as Foremen; or, Heading the Diamond Drill ShiftTrapped in a runaway mining cage hurtling through the depths, three men cling to survival amid chaos and danger.
Level B2Science FictionThe Invisible EnemySent to fight in a war he barely understands, a fifteen-year-old boy faces an invisible enemy while grappling with fading memories and uncertain purpose.
Level B2ClassicsThe Invaders, and Other StoriesA volunteer joins a battalion ordered on a mysterious expedition in the Caucasus, eager to witness the realities of war firsthand.
Level B2ClassicsThe IntriguersIn snowy 1888 London, struggling violinist Nello Corsini and his sister face harsh poverty until a mysterious stranger recognizes Nello’s extraordinary talent, setting in motion a…
Level B2RomanceThe IntriguersIn the scenic backdrop of Quebec, an adventurous widow and her companion navigate social intrigues, wild animals, and mysterious letters, uncovering secrets that intertwine nature,…
Level B2ClassicsThe Inner Sisterhood: A Social Study in High ColorsIn a lively social season filled with parties and admirers, a young woman navigates the complexities of high society, longing for genuine connection amid the dazzling yet fickle wh…
Level B2Children'sThe Inglises; Or, How the Way OpenedAmidst a fierce storm, the Inglis family awaits the return of the Reverend from his long journey to remote villages, where he ministers to those who might never hear the Gospel oth…
Level B2ClassicsThe Indian's Hand: 1892Tensions rise in a frontier settlement as settlers dismiss warnings of returning Native Americans—until a violent raid shatters their fragile peace, leaving a mother haunted by the…
Level B2ClassicsThe Incubator BabyIn a garden where storks deliver babies from blossoming trees, the smallest infant, Marjorie, is unexpectedly carried to a strange new world inside an incubator, where she must nav…
Level B2RomanceThe Incomplete AmoristIn a bustling community bound by gossip and small dramas, Betty navigates the challenges of daily life and unexpected connections, all while seeking moments of quiet escape in stor…
Level B2AdventureThe Inca EmeraldA mysterious professor arrives with a tantalizing claim about the legendary Inca emerald lost in a sacred lake, sparking a high-stakes quest filled with rare gems, ancient legends,…
Level B2Science FictionThe ImpersonatorAwakening with no memory but a familiar identity, a man named Paul Chandler navigates a tense global council debating desperate measures to halt an encroaching ice age.
Level B2ClassicsThe Impending Sword: A Novel (Vol. 1 of 3)In the bustling Empire City, two friends navigate high society’s glittering soirées, where wealth, charm, and intrigue intertwine beneath lavish parties and elegant façades.
Level B2Science FictionThe Imitation of EarthStranded on a fiery, alien world, a man awakens transformed—no longer human but a sprawling, sentient plant navigating a volatile landscape beneath twin suns.
Level B2RomanceThe Imaginary MarriageA young woman torn between her domineering aunt’s choice of a wealthy suitor and her own love for a penniless but charming young man must navigate family control and her own heart’…
Level B2ClassicsThe Imaginary InvalidA hypochondriac obsessed with his health navigates a world of costly treatments and meddling doctors, while his sharp-witted maid challenges his delusions and exposes the absurditi…
Level B2MysteryThe Illustrious PrinceAmidst a halted voyage on the Lusitania, Hamilton Fynes slips away under mysterious circumstances, demanding a secretive special train to London.
Level B2Children'sThe Ice-Maiden: and Other Tales.In the majestic Swiss mountains, bold young Rudy lives a life of adventure and solitude, guided by the wisdom of his grandfather and the cunning of a clever cat who teaches him to…
Level B2AdventureThe Ice QueenThree young siblings, left to fend for themselves after their parents’ deaths, navigate hardship and hope in a small town.
Level B2RomanceThe Hunter Hercules, or, The Champion Rider of the Plains: A Romance of the PrairiesA daring young hunter roams the vast Texas prairie, seeking a lost heir and adventure, when a desperate cry for help leads him into a deadly encounter with a panther—and a mysterio…
Level B2HistoricalThe Hunter Cats of ConnorloaA lonely gentleman, weakened by illness, settles in sunny California after years of wandering the world in search of health.
Level B2MysteryThe Hunt Ball MysteryWhen a man's evening clothes go missing on a delayed train, a chance encounter with a mysterious stranger on the way to a Hunt Ball sparks tension and suspicion, setting the stage…
Level B2MysteryThe Hunniwell boys and the platinum mysteryTwo adventurous brothers, skilled pilots and fishermen, are drawn into a secret mission by a government agent, promising a summer far from ordinary.
Level B2ClassicsThe Hungry Heart: A NovelNewlyweds Richard and Courtney return to the imposing Vaughan homestead, where romance meets the weight of family expectations and old resentments.
Level B2RomanceThe Hundredth ChanceCaught between pride and necessity, a young woman faces the harsh reality of her family's desperate circumstances and the unwelcome prospect of marrying a man she despises.
Level B2ClassicsThe HoydenIn a sunlit drawing-room filled with whispered schemes and tense hopes, a mother faces the desperate necessity of her son's marriage to a spirited young woman known as the Hoyden,…
Level B2ClassicsThe House with the Mezzanine and Other StoriesAn idle painter encounters the enigmatic Volchaninov family at a remote estate, where fading grandeur and quiet desolation mask deeper tensions and unspoken desires.
Level B2ClassicsThe House of the Misty Star: A Romance of Youth and Hope and Love in Old JapanIn a tranquil Japanese hilltop home, a devoted teacher reflects on decades of quiet life and distant dreams, until a mysterious letter from a student ignites a journey filled with…
Level B2MysteryThe House of the ArrowA mysterious letter from Dijon sets off a tense struggle over a wealthy widow’s inheritance, drawing her niece into a web of suspicion and danger amid secrets hidden in La Maison C…
Level B2MysteryThe House of WhispersA blind baronet haunted by a mysterious affliction retreats to his ancestral Scottish home, where shadows of past glory and untold secrets linger.
Level B2AdventureThe House of SpiesIn the dead of night, Jasper Benham confronts a daring stable break-in by ruthless horse thieves, setting off a pulse-pounding chase and a fight to protect what’s left from a ruthl…
Level B2ClassicsThe House of MarthaA devoted grandson shares a quiet village life with his perceptive grandmother while reflecting on his rich experiences abroad, uncovering the subtle dynamics of family, society, a…
Level B2FantasyThe House of Arden: A Story for ChildrenTwo children, Edred and Elfrida Arden, live in a once-grand but now crumbling family estate by the sea, struggling with the hardships of lost fortune and unwelcome lodgers.
Level B2Children'sThe House in TownIn a warm household filled with lively siblings, young Norton and Matilda navigate changes and new responsibilities, discovering courage and family bonds as they face unexpected ne…
Level B2MysteryThe House by the LockA restless adventurer returns to London seeking new thrills after years abroad, only to find his night at the theatre entwined with a mysterious mining magnate and unexpected intri…
Level B2RomanceThe House Under the Sea: A RomanceA seasoned seaman embarks on a mysterious voyage to the remote Ken Archipelago, driven by a secret cause tied to a woman named Ruth Bellenden, as his ship nears uncharted shores un…
Level B2Children'sThe House That GrewTwo thoughtful siblings grapple with a family crisis when their father loses a great deal of money, threatening their comfortable life.
Level B2MysteryThe House Opposite: A MysteryOn a sweltering summer night, a restless observer witnesses a disturbing struggle and mysterious late-night search in the apartments opposite, sparking questions about the secrets…
Level B2AdventureThe House Boat Boys; Or, Drifting Down to the Sunny SouthTwo boys on the banks of the Ohio River face uncertain futures until a letter from a seafaring uncle offers a thrilling escape aboard a tramp steamer bound for New Orleans and adve…
Level B2PhilosophyThe Hour GlassIn a dialogue between a wise man and a fool, ancient wisdom clashes with lived experience, revealing hidden angels and unseen worlds beyond scholarly knowledge.
Level B2AdventureThe Hosts of the AirTrapped in the grim reality of World War I trenches, a young soldier wrestles with the brutal landscape and the memory of a distant love, while the thunder of artillery and the sha…
Level B2ClassicsThe Horse-Stealers and Other StoriesCaught in a fierce snowstorm, a hapless hospital assistant lost his way and stumbles upon a remote tavern run by suspicious characters with shady pasts.
Level B2Children'sThe Hoosier School-boyA shy new boy arrives at the village school, navigating teasing classmates and unfamiliar playground games while quietly seeking his place among them.
Level B2ClassicsThe Honour of the ClintonsTwin sisters reunite amid the tranquil English countryside, but tensions simmer beneath the surface when family disapproval and a controversial weekend party challenge their bonds…
Level B2ClassicsThe Honorable Senator Sage-BrushIn a world of political intrigue and social upheaval, a young man grapples with love and loyalty amid the backdrop of a senator's powerful family.
Level B2ClassicsThe Honorable PercivalA disillusioned English nobleman jilted by his perfect fiancée escapes to America, convinced he has experienced all life has to offer—until unexpected encounters aboard a Pacific l…
Level B2AdventureThe Honor of the Big SnowsIn a remote northern post, John Cummins faces a haunting night as his beloved Mélisse hears mysterious music before her final moments.