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 B2MysteryThe Great Diamond Syndicate; Or, The Hardest Crew on RecordWhen a vast fortune in diamonds is stolen and a brutal murder shocks a quiet household, a sharp detective must unravel a tangled web of secrets and violence to catch the ruthless c…
Level B2MysteryThe Great Court ScandalStranded in Paris with a mounting hotel bill and danger closing in, a crafty group must persuade the enigmatic and clever “Ladybird” to risk everything for their escape.
Level B2AdventureThe Great Cattle TrailEighteen-year-old Avon Burnet, a skilled Texas cowboy, prepares to drive a massive herd of cattle north across the wild frontier, facing rugged landscapes, Indian threats, and the…
Level B2ClassicsThe Great American Pie CompanyIn the town of Gloning, two rival pie makers wage a delicious battle over price and quality, sparking a humorous tale of competition, community, and the sweet art of pie baking.
Level B2RomanceThe Great AccidentIn the quiet town of Hardiston, where iron furnaces stand sentinel and apple blossoms hint at renewal, lives intertwine amid fading industries and enduring pride.
Level B2AdventureThe Gray Scalp; Or, The Blackfoot BraveA tense frontier expedition faces danger in the wilds of Oregon, where trappers and scouts navigate fierce rivalries and the ever-present threat of Indian attacks amid the untamed…
Level B2MysteryThe Gray Madam: 1899A man and his ill wife experience a chilling encounter with a mysterious gray-clad woman who seems to vanish into thin air—only for a tragic accident to reveal a haunting connectio…
Level B2HistoricalThe Gray DawnIn 1852 San Francisco, a sharp-witted gambler navigates a world of flashy young men, political intrigue, and rough frontier life.
Level B2AdventureThe Grateful Indian, and Other StoriesIn the rugged wilderness of North America, a family settles among diverse Indian tribes and faces unexpected dangers when a wounded Ojibway seeks refuge from a hostile Sioux war pa…
Level B2Children'sThe Grammar School Boys of Gridley; or, Dick & Co. Start Things MovingIn a lively grammar school, the prank-loving boys face the stern principal known as "Old Dut," whose unexpected humor and strict discipline spark mischievous plans and schoolroom a…
Level B2AdventureThe Grammar School Boys in Summer AthleticsOn a perfect June day, a group of schoolboys relish the joys of nature and friendship while preparing for an intense summer baseball season, where teamwork and skill will determine…
Level B2AdventureThe Grammar School Boys Snowbound; or, Dick & Co. at Winter SportsA group of schoolboys clash on the ice, where rivalries and youthful egos collide amid winter sports adventures.
Level B2MysteryThe GovernorsA young woman from a quiet village steps into the dazzling, intimidating world of New York high society to meet her powerful uncle, a millionaire financier, where secrets, treacher…
Level B2AdventureThe Gorilla HuntersTwo old friends reunite with tales of adventure from the Pacific, but their reunion sparks a daring new plan that promises thrilling exploits and unexpected challenges.
Level B2ClassicsThe Goose ManIn a quiet Bavarian town, a weaver and his wife struggle against the rise of machine-made cloth, as their hopes for a son collide with the harsh dawn of industrial change.
Level B2PoetryThe Goop Directory of Juvenile Offenders Famous for their Misdeeds and Serving as a Salutary Example for all Virtuous ChildrenDiscover a whimsical directory of mischievous children whose naughty habits serve as playful warnings—each verse revealing the amusing antics of a Goop and guiding young readers to…
Level B2ClassicsThe Goodness of St. Rocque, and Other StoriesIn a vibrant Creole community, Manuela grapples with heartbreak after her lover's betrayal, seeking solace and hope through a mystical charm and prayers to St.
Level B2AdventureThe Good Ship RoverTwo adventurous boys, bound by friendship and dreams of the sea, explore a beautifully crafted model ship while longing to escape their sheltered nursery and experience the ocean's…
Level B2PoetryThe Good ResolutionOn her fourteenth birthday, Isabella grapples with an angry temper that clouds her happiness and strains family bonds.
Level B2MysteryThe Golf Course MysteryOn a perfect sunny day at the Maraposa Golf Club, a high-stakes cup-winners' match promises excitement—and beneath the surface, a mysterious tragedy looms, threatening to unravel t…
Level B2FantasyThe Golden-Breasted Kootoo, and Other StoriesA music-obsessed king who cannot carry a tune embarks on a whimsical quest to learn singing by consuming a magical pie made from all the singing birds in the world—if he can gather…
Level B2MysteryThe Golden WebA desperate man seeks a fresh start in the ruthless world of business, confronting failure and the harsh realities of ambition.
Level B2AdventureThe Golden SnareIn the unforgiving northland, Bram Johnson lives as a wild enigma—part man, part beast—traveling endlessly with his fierce pack of wolves.
Level B2RomanceThe Golden SilenceAmid scandal and whispers, Stephen Knight faces the challenge of defending Margot Lorenzi, a woman whose mysterious past threatens his reputation and heart.
Level B2AdventureThe Golden RockAfter inheriting his adventurous uncle’s possessions and a mysterious map, young Francis Hume must abandon his Oxford life to follow the trail into unknown lands, where danger and…
Level B2Children'sThe Golden HouseA weary group of travelers, including a fierce bear and a desperate mother with her baby, seek refuge at a humble cottage known as the golden house, where kindness and suspicion in…
Level B2AdventureThe Golden Harpoon; Or, Lost Among the Floes: A Story of the Whaling GroundsAnchored in a wild bay near icy Kamschatka, the crew of the Montpelier faces the looming threat of drifting ice while young Alice, carrying a golden harpoon, embarks on a daring wh…
Level B2Children'sThe Golden Goose BookA kind-hearted Simpleton wins a magical golden goose that causes anyone who touches it to stick fast, leading to a hilarious procession that might just break a serious princess’s u…
Level B2MysteryThe Golden Face: A Great 'Crook' RomanceAn ex-officer struggling to find his place after the war accepts a mysterious, high-paying job driving a Rolls for the enigmatic Rudolph Rayne.
Level B2AdventureThe Golden Dream: Adventures in the Far WestIn a dazzling cavern of pure gold, Ned Sinton discovers a strange society of golden people who celebrate the mysterious power of California.
Level B2AdventureThe Golden Chimney: A Boy's MineA determined boy spots a unique chance to strike it rich by mining gold from the soot of an abandoned smelting chimney in early San Francisco.
Level B2AdventureThe Golden CanyonStranded and desperate, a group of adventurers races through harsh terrain in search of a legendary golden valley hidden within a treacherous canyon.
Level B2MysteryThe Golden Boys Rescued by RadioTwo inventive brothers in a small Maine town create a groundbreaking wireless device, sparking excitement and mystery as they test its range and potential.
Level B2AdventureThe Gold TrailA determined contractor battles a treacherous, bottomless swamp to complete a crucial railroad through the rugged Rockies, while his daughter and her friends embark on a journey we…
Level B2Children'sThe Gold Thread: A Story for the YoungLost in a vast, shadowy forest, young Eric, son of King Magnus, struggles to find his way home while holding fast to his "gold thread" of faith and goodness.
Level B2AdventureThe Gold Of FairnileeIn the haunting ruins of Fairnilee, young Randal grows up amid whispers of war, loss, and legends of fairies.
Level B2AdventureThe Gold Hunters: A Story of Life and Adventure in the Hudson Bay WildsIn the vast, silent Canadian wilderness, two determined men race against time, their sled dogs exhausted but their resolve unbroken, chasing a mysterious trail that promises danger…
Level B2ClassicsThe Gold BrickA struggling cartoonist’s life transforms overnight with a ten-thousand-dollar-a-year job, but success brings unexpected challenges as he navigates love, ambition, and loyalty to h…
Level B2MysteryThe Gold BagA young detective teams up with the brilliant Fleming Stone, whose uncanny ability to deduce hidden truths from the smallest clues turns a routine shoe shine into a captivating mys…
Level B2ClassicsThe Going of the White SwanIn the remote wilderness, a young boy wounded by a wildcat clings to life and memories, while his father wrestles with silent fears and the haunting song of a mysterious bird in th…
Level B2ClassicsThe Gods and Mr. Perrin: A Tragi-ComedyVincent Perrin, a dedicated schoolmaster, faces a new term filled with hope and quiet determination amid the challenges of his worn surroundings and a cast of peculiar characters.
Level B2RomanceThe God of Civilization: A RomanceYearning to escape her endless social routine, a young woman seizes the chance to embark on a months-long sailing voyage to Australia, seeking adventure and change.
Level B2Children'sThe Goat and Her KidA lively young kid delights in dancing and frisking across a sunlit garden, inspired by the enchanting music of a traveling Italian boy and his dancing dolls.
Level B2AdventureThe Go Ahead Boys and the Treasure CaveFour adventurous boys embark on the brig Josephine, setting sail from New York Harbor on a thrilling voyage to Buenos Aires.
Level B2AdventureThe Go Ahead Boys and the Racing Motor-BoatFour adventurous boys set out aboard a sleek racing motor-boat, the Black Growler, for a thrilling month on the St.
Level B2MysteryThe Go Ahead Boys and the Mysterious Old HouseFour adventurous friends set out to uncover the truth behind the eerie, centuries-old Meeker House, defying ghost stories and local fears in a thrilling quest that tests their cour…
Level B2PoetryThe Glugs of GoshEmbark on a whimsical journey through the mysterious land of Gosh, where curious seekers chase elusive Glugs guided by riddles, starry skies, and curious creatures in a poetic ques…
Level B2Children'sThe Girls of St. Wode'sThree young women return home from school, ready to make their debut in London society under the watchful eye of their ambitious mother.