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 B2ClassicsThe Esperantist, Vol. 1, No. 6Explore the rise of Esperanto, an international language designed for easy learning and global communication, through discussions, lessons, and the passionate efforts of early 20th…
Level B2ClassicsThe Esperantist, Vol. 1, No. 1A passionate call to unite humanity through Esperanto, this gazette champions the international language as a simple, necessary tool for global communication and cooperation in the…
Level B2ClassicsThe Escape; Or, A Leap For Freedom: A Drama, in Five ActsIn a Southern household shadowed by slavery, tensions rise as a doctor’s ambitions clash with rigid social hierarchies and the lives of enslaved people intertwine with those of the…
Level B2MysteryThe Escape of Mr. Trimm: His Plight and other PlightsA disgraced bank president, handcuffed and headed to a federal penitentiary, contemplates his fate and the tangled intrigue behind his conviction.
Level B2HistoricalThe Errand Boy; Or, How Phil Brent Won SuccessCaught in a bitter family rivalry, Phil Brent faces harsh challenges from his stepbrother and stepmother while striving to carve out his own path in a snowy town.
Level B2PoetryThe Entertaining History of Jobson & NellIn a lively village near the Bell, cobbler Jobson and his wife Nell navigate the humorous trials of daily life, from missed church shoes to stolen roast beef, blending mischief and…
Level B2PoetryThe Englishman and Other PoemsExplore a stirring collection of poems that celebrate the spirit and heritage of the Englishman, the bonds between England and its colonies, and the call of progress and destiny in…
Level B2ClassicsThe English Orphans; Or, A Home in the New WorldA family torn by estrangement and hardship leaves England behind, seeking a new life in America aboard the Windermere.
Level B2Children'sThe End of a CoilA delicate, thoughtful eleven-year-old girl named Dolly arrives in a strange new world, where kindness and curiosity meet as she begins to navigate her unfamiliar surroundings and…
Level B2FantasyThe Enchanted Island of Yew: Whereon Prince Marvel Encountered the High Ki of Twi and Other Surprising PeopleIn a land where fairies once walked openly and magic shapes the lives of kings and commoners alike, the enchanted Isle of Yew holds secrets, sorcery, and fierce battles.
Level B2FantasyThe Enchanted IslandIn a sunlit kingdom surrounded by mysterious islands, Prince Daimur encounters a dying old man who reveals himself as a fairy protector threatened by a dark enemy from the haunted…![Cover of The Enchanted Castle: A Book of Fairy Tales from Flowerland by Hartwell [Editor] James](https://dsx1pat3ljtul.cloudfront.net/books/dabkdh89638s73a2pdgg.webp)
Level B2Children'sThe Enchanted Castle: A Book of Fairy Tales from FlowerlandA kind-hearted girl follows a magical primrose to the gates of an enchanted castle, where a fairy’s mysterious promise awaits.
Level B2FantasyThe Enchanted CastleThree siblings reunite for the holidays, eager to escape strict school rules and create their own adventures in the Hampshire countryside, where imaginative games and mysterious di…
Level B2ClassicsThe Enchanted CanyonIn the gritty slums of New York’s MacDougal Street, a tough, red-haired boy named Nucky struggles between the pull of poverty, crime, and the hope for a better life—caught in a wor…
Level B2RomanceThe Enchanted BarnA young stenographer struggles to support her ailing mother and siblings while facing eviction from their cramped home, forcing her to seek a new place and hope for a brighter futu…
Level B2AdventureThe Empire Makers: A Romance of Adventure and War in South AfricaThree courageous young men leave England for South Africa, where they face danger from the Transvaal Government and uncover an ancient hidden nation.
Level B2ClassicsThe Emperor of PortugalliaA poor farmer faces the harsh realities of life and fatherhood when his wife gives birth amid storms and hardship, challenging his hopes for a better future and his place in the wo…
Level B2Science FictionThe EmancipatrixA team of explorers uses telepathy to investigate distant worlds, but conflicting visions of justice and governance threaten to unravel their mission—and their relationships.
Level B2ClassicsThe Eldest SonA worried squire contemplates the future of his family estate as his eldest son, now thirty-four, remains indifferent to the pressing duty of marriage and succession.
Level B2MysteryThe Eight Strokes of the ClockA restless woman plans a daring escape from her controlling family, enlisting a devoted lover and evading a mysterious prince whose intentions are unclear.
Level B2MysteryThe Ear in the WallA young woman vanishes without a trace, sparking a tense investigation entangled with city corruption, graft, and political power struggles.
Level B2MysteryThe Eagle's eyeAmid secret codes and clandestine wireless messages, a German spy network in America plots deadly sabotage during World War I, with the sinking of the Lusitania as a chilling missi…
Level B2AdventureThe Eagle of the Empire: A Story of WaterlooAmid the looming shadows of Napoleon's final campaign, a stirring tale unfolds of love, courage, and the brutal realities of war.
Level B2AdventureThe DusantesStranded on a remote Pacific island, a small group faces unexpected delays and adventures as they strive to return home, navigating challenges, forging new bonds, and discovering t…
Level B2PoetryThe Ducks and Frogs, a Tale of the Bogs.In a sunlit brook, two curious Ducks encounter a solemn assembly of Frogs petitioning for mercy from humans who threaten their peaceful bog home.
Level B2ClassicsThe Duchess of PaduaIn Renaissance Padua, young Guido Ferranti awaits a mysterious messenger who holds the secret of his birth and the noble legacy of a father he has never known.
Level B2ClassicsThe DrunkardIn a fog-drenched London, Dr.
Level B2HistoricalThe Drummer BoyA young boy wrestles with his family's fears and his own courage as he resolves to join the Civil War as a drummer boy, determined to serve his country despite the dangers and doub…
Level B2MysteryThe Dream DoctorWhen a mysterious note is found on a dying broker whose cause of death baffles doctors, a scientific detective and his companion dive into a perplexing case where appearances decei…
Level B2AdventureThe Dreadnought Boys' World CruiseTwo young sailors explore San Francisco’s Golden Gate before leaping into a thrilling rescue of a runaway horse and its terrified rider, setting the stage for daring adventures on…
Level B2AdventureThe Dreadnought Boys on a SubmarineA determined inventor refuses to sell his groundbreaking submarine to a foreign power, risking everything to ensure it serves only his country.
Level B2AdventureThe Dreadnought Boys on Battle PracticeTwo cousins from a quiet mountain village dream of leaving farm life behind to join the navy, inspired by a vivid poster of a battleship and the promise of adventure.
Level B2AdventureThe Dreadnought Boys on Aero ServiceTwo young sailors volunteer for the navy's daring new Aero Service, eager to explore the skies after mastering the seas.
Level B2AdventureThe Dreadnought Boys in Home WatersTwo young naval officers aboard a crowded train face tension and suspicion when a lost wallet sparks accusations, revealing challenges of authority and camaraderie as they prepare…
Level B2AdventureThe Dreadnought Boys Aboard a DestroyerTwo young sailors, Ned and Herc, freshly celebrated for their bravery, find themselves drawn into a mysterious encounter with a foreign agent near the Brooklyn Navy Yard.
Level B2MysteryThe Draycott murder mysteryOn a stormy night in a remote farmhouse, a man discovers a woman mysteriously dead with a chilling wound to her temple, while a shadowy figure watches unseen from outside.
Level B2MysteryThe Dragon's SecretLeslie and her aunt seek solace in a remote ocean bungalow, finding unexpected peace—but the locked neighboring cottage, Curlew’s Nest, hints at secrets lurking beyond the tranquil…
Level B2Science FictionThe Dragon SlayersIn a futuristic Venusian jungle, workers struggle under strict rules to harvest a vital resource while facing deadly creatures and a menacing dragon.
Level B2Science FictionThe Downhill Side of ThirtyIn a future where government bans sex and tobacco for those over thirty-five to preserve health, Chuck Dane struggles with desire, rebellion, and the oppressive controls of a tight…
Level B2Science FictionThe Double SpyIn a world where secret codes and mysterious powers collide, a seemingly unremarkable man becomes an electrifying performer in New York’s Times Square, dazzling crowds with impossi…
Level B2MysteryThe Double Life Of Mr. Alfred BurtonA shrewd young auctioneer tries to lease a mysterious West End house, locked away by a nobleman's strange past and sealed secrets.
Level B2AdventureThe Donovan chanceLarry Donovan works hard in the railroad yards but dreams of more than a lifetime spent wiping engines and climbing the ranks.
Level B2Children'sThe Dogs' Dinner PartyIn a grand dinner party hosted by the elegant Mr.
Level B2AdventureThe Dogs of BoytownIn the idyllic town of Boytown, two adventurous boys and their loyal dogs explore vibrant autumn woods, secret caves, and the simple wonders of nature, embarking on heartwarming es…
Level B2MysteryThe Doctor, his Wife, and the ClockA respected citizen is found shot dead in his locked home, with no apparent clues left behind.
Level B2ClassicsThe Doctor's Red Lamp: A Book of Short Stories Concerning the Doctor's Daily LifeIn a small village, a cross-eyed young man named Abe Dodge endures ridicule yet excels in school, while a compassionate new teacher strives to reach him despite the obstacles posed…
Level B2MysteryThe Doctor of Pimlico: Being the Disclosure of a Great CrimeAmid military inspections and mysterious identities, a retired major and a secretive writer find themselves entangled in the revelation of a great crime, where loyalty and deceptio…
Level B2PoetryThe Diving Bell; Or, Pearls to be Sought forDive beneath the surface with tales and fables that invite you to think deeply and discover hidden wisdom, much like exploring the depths with a diving bell.