CEFR B2 · Upper-intermediate
Read Upper-intermediate Classics in English (B2)
5242 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 B2Children'sThe History of Tom Thumb: To Which Are Added the Stories of the Cat and the Mouse and Fire! Fire! Burn Stick!In a world where magic and fairies grant impossible wishes, a tiny boy no bigger than a thumb embarks on mischievous adventures, outwitting giants, animals, and even danger itself.
Level B2Children'sThe History of Tom Thumb and Other Stories.In the days of King Arthur, a tiny boy no bigger than a thumb embarks on extraordinary adventures, from outwitting giants to enchanting the royal court.
Level B2Children'sThe History of Sandford and MertonTwo boys from very different worlds—Tommy Merton, spoiled and fragile from a life of luxury, and Harry Sandford, strong and kind from a humble farm—embark on a journey of growth, l…
Level B2AdventureThe History of Little Peter, the Ship BoyIn a quiet hamlet, young Peter faces hardship as he cares for his ailing mother and tends their humble home, while his father’s turbulent seafaring past casts a shadow over their f…
Level B2AdventureThe History of Little King Pippin: With an Account of the Melancholy Death of Four Naughty Boys, Who were Devoured by Wild Beasts. And the Wonderful Delivery of Master Harry Harmless, by a Little White Horse.A poor but virtuous boy, Peter Pippin dreams of learning beyond his humble life.
Level B2Children'sThe History of Little Jack, a FoundlingAn old, disabled soldier living alone on a remote moor discovers a helpless infant abandoned in the cold.
Level B2AdventureThe Hilltop Boys: A Story of School LifeTwo adventurous boys at Hilltop Academy race down a steep hill to meet arriving classmates, narrowly avoiding a mysterious newcomer standing in their path.
Level B2AdventureThe Hilltop Boys on the RiverA resourceful boy determined to join his friends on the river refuses handouts and sets out to build his own motorboat, turning scraps and a small engine into an adventure in ingen…
Level B2HistoricalThe Hill: A Romance of FriendshipA young boy faces the daunting challenge of entering the esteemed Harrow School, where friendship, tradition, and the trials of youth intertwine on the iconic Hill.
Level B2Children'sThe High School Pitcher; or, Dick & Co. on the Gridley DiamondAt Gridley High, a new principal stirs unease as Dick Prescott and his loyal friends navigate school challenges, sports rivalries, and social divides.
Level B2Children'sThe High School Left End; or, Dick & Co. Grilling on the Football GridironTensions rise at Gridley High as the football team faces mysterious unrest and wavering support from the Athletics Committee.
Level B2Children'sThe High School Freshmen; or, Dick & Co.'s First Year Pranks and SportsAt Gridley High, freshman Dick Prescott faces false accusations and a challenge from a bigger rival, sparking a tense showdown fueled by loyalty, honor, and the fierce bonds of fri…
Level B2Children'sThe High School Captain of the Team; or, Dick & Co. Leading the Athletic VanguardTensions rise on Gridley High's football team as Drayne challenges Captain Dick Prescott for the quarterback spot, igniting a fierce rivalry that threatens to shake the undefeated…
Level B2AdventureThe High School Boys' Training HikeA resourceful high schooler negotiates to rent an innovative camping wagon for a summer adventure, uncovering its hidden potential and the quirky owner’s stubborn pride along the w…
Level B2AdventureThe High School Boys' Fishing TripTeen Tom Reade devises a clever plan to help young Timmy sneak past his watchful father after curfew, setting off an adventurous night of daring and quick thinking in a small town.
Level B2AdventureThe High School Boys' Canoe ClubSix high school friends face a summer of unexpected challenges and adventures when a failed Indian exposition goes up for auction in their town, pitting them against rivals and tes…
Level B2AdventureThe High School Boys in Summer CampSix high school boys face summer challenges as they navigate friendship, adventure, and a risky canoe sale, all while encountering mysterious strangers and testing their courage in…
Level B2ClassicsThe High CallingA young man defies his family's expectations to pursue his passion for electrical engineering, sparking a struggle between comfort and calling.
Level B2RomanceThe Hidden Cabin: a pathetic story in condensed formHigh atop Palomar Mountain, a mysterious hidden cabin becomes the backdrop for a heartfelt romance filled with nature’s beauty, deep friendship, and inspiring messages of manhood a…
Level B2Children'sThe Hickory LimbYoung Margery faces the sting of exclusion when her older sisters embark on formal calls without her, sparking a mix of frustration, loneliness, and a secret plan that promises a s…
Level B2Children'sThe Heroes; Or, Greek Fairy Tales for My ChildrenStep into the enchanting world of ancient Greece, where gods, heroes, and mythical creatures come alive through timeless fairy tales that have shaped history, art, and imagination…
Level B2AdventureThe Heroes of the School; or, The Darewell Chums Through Thick and ThinAt Darewell High, a sudden expulsion shocks the students, but when John Newton tries to shift blame onto Fenn Masterson, secrets and loyalties among friends are put to the test in…
Level B2RomanceThe Hero of the People: A Historical Romance of Love, Liberty and LoyaltyAmid the turmoil of the French Revolution, a skilled artisan with secret motives watches the royal procession, weaving a tale of love, liberty, and loyalty as hidden forces stir th…
Level B2AdventureThe Hero of Ticonderoga; or, Ethan Allen and His Green Mountain BoysIn the tense winter of 1764, Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys confront a royal proclamation that threatens their land and loyalty.
Level B2ClassicsThe Hero of Hill HouseA devoted mother strives to shield her eight children from the shadow of their father's addiction, nurturing hope and love amid poverty and hardship on their rural farm.
Level B2AdventureThe Hero of Garside SchoolAt Garside School, young Paul Percival wrestles with the legacy of a naval family lost to war and the shadows of looming conflict.
Level B2AdventureThe Heritage of the HillsIn the rugged hills of Halfmoon Flat, a tense standoff unfolds between a calm, fearless rider and a furious adversary, revealing a land where law, survival, and grudges collide ben…
Level B2MysteryThe Herapath PropertyWhen Jacob Herapath, a prominent London MP and estate owner, mysteriously vanishes after returning home late at night, his secretary Selwood must unravel the baffling clues left be…
Level B2AdventureThe Heiress of Wyvern CourtA shy nine-year-old heiress journeys to her uncle’s farm in Cherton, where new friendships and the charm of country life await.
Level B2ClassicsThe Heatherford Fortune: a sequel to the Magic CameoWhen Mollie Heatherford bravely saves a child from a dangerous accident, she gains the gratitude of a cultured French aristocrat who arrives with secrets and a heartfelt debt to re…
Level B2RomanceThe Heart of the Desert (Kut-Le of the Desert)In the vast, scorching desert, Rhoda’s solitary walk turns perilous when a scorpion sting cripples her foot—only the swift and steady Charley Cartwell stands between her and the me…
Level B2AdventureThe Heart of a DogIn a meticulously managed fox farm, one clever silver fox defies captivity by digging his way to freedom under watchful eyes, revealing the wild intelligence and spirit that no hum…
Level B2AdventureThe Heart of UnagaIn the vast, unforgiving Canadian North, a determined police officer and his loyal Indigenous scouts confront the mysteries and dangers of the wilderness, where legends of "hiberna…
Level B2RomanceThe Heart of Una SackvilleA young woman leaves school, stepping into the uncertain world armed with a diary that will capture her joys, sorrows, and the thrilling journey toward love and self-discovery.
Level B2Science FictionThe Heads of ApexA desperate soldier of fortune answers a mysterious advertisement, plunging into a secretive mission led by a shadowy, wheelchair-bound man with an uncanny presence.
Level B2Children'sThe Head Girl at the GablesAs the new term begins at The Gables, the staff faces a crucial choice for head girl among three very different candidates, each with strengths and hidden flaws.
Level B2ClassicsThe Hazeley FamilySixteen-year-old Flora Hazeley navigates a life split between her careless mother’s neglect and the stern but loving care of her wealthy aunt, who offers her a chance at a better f…
Level B2Children'sThe Hawthorns: A Story about ChildrenIn the quiet Easney Vicarage, five siblings weave stories and adventures around an ancient pear tree and the village life beyond their windows, finding magic in everyday moments de…
Level B2AdventureThe Haven Children; or, Frolics at the Funny Old House on Funny StreetA lively household brims with mischievous children, playful monkeys, and unexpected surprises as Daisy Havens wakes to a day full of frolics and a mysterious letter from Papa promi…
Level B2ClassicsThe Haute Noblesse: A NovelIn a rugged West Country fishing village, sharp-witted Luke Vine battles the relentless sea and the lively company of spirited young women, all against the backdrop of a bustling c…
Level B2MysteryThe Haunted Sentry Box of Porto RicoBeneath the old fort of San Cristobal lies a sentry box shrouded in mystery after a soldier and a beloved priest vanish without a trace.
Level B2ClassicsThe Haunted PajamasA mysterious package from a curious acquaintance in China arrives, wrapped in red silk and secrets.
Level B2AdventureThe Haunted MineA young telegraph messenger boy takes a risky gamble on a mysterious sealed box at an express office auction, convinced it holds hidden treasure.
Level B2MysteryThe Haunted Hotel: A Mystery of Modern VeniceA mysterious woman with a ghostly pallor seeks out a renowned London doctor, pleading for help with a terrifying question: is she on the brink of madness?
Level B2MysteryThe Haunted Hangar: Sky Scouts/Air Mystery series #3Teen pilots Larry, Dick, and cautious Sandy make a daring forced landing at a haunted estate, where eerie noises and ghostly glows spark their curiosity.
Level B2AdventureThe Hartley brothersTwo brothers embark on a daring journey to India, facing battles, desert rides, and dark deeds as they follow the spirit of early Christian knights.
Level B2Science FictionThe Harris-Ingram ExperimentAn artist torn between family expectations and his passion embarks on a journey with his wealthy industrialist family, exploring love, travel, and an ambitious social experiment bl…
Level B2ClassicsThe Harlequinade: An ExcursionStep into a whimsical excursion where a lively girl named Alice and her Uncle Edward invite you to witness a colorful blend of humor, sentiment, and timeless tales, all set against…