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 B2MysterySea Mew AbbeyA grieving sailor seeks refuge for his motherless infant at a remote convent overlooking the sea, where secrets and sorrow intertwine beneath the abbey’s solemn walls.
Level B2ClassicsScottish toastsRaise a glass to Scotland’s spirited gatherings with a collection of toasts, sentiments, and hearty stories that celebrate friendship, patriotism, and conviviality.
Level B2PoetryScott's Lady of the LakeAmid the breathtaking Highlands and the mysterious Loch Katrine, ancient customs and heroic tales come alive in a poetic journey that weaves romance, valor, and the rugged beauty o…
Level B2MysteryScott Burton on the RangeAn eager newcomer to the rugged West encounters a seasoned old rancher whose tales of fierce rivalries and vast mountain ranges reveal a land shaped by courage, conflict, and the r…
Level B2Children'sScott Burton in the Blue RidgeAssigned to manage timber sales in the mysterious Blue Ridge Mountains, Scott Burton faces a new challenge far from his familiar southwestern terrain.
Level B2MysteryScott Burton and the Timber ThievesA determined forest patrolman arrives in Florida to track down elusive timber thieves plundering the Okalatchee woods, armed with little more than a vague letter and his own grit.
Level B2HistoricalSchoolgirl rivalsAn Australian girl ventures into the unfamiliar world of an English boarding school, where spirited classmates and fierce competitions test her courage and resolve.
Level B2Science FictionScent Makes a DifferenceA physicist plagued by bizarre sleep disturbances seeks help from an experimental psychiatrist using powerful new tranquilizers.
Level B2AdventureScarred Eagle; or, Moorooine, the sporting fawn. A story of lake and shoreIn a tense chase across Lake Erie, a scarred border scout and his Indian companion race against pursuing warriors, relying on skill and sharpshooting to survive as night falls and…
Level B2RomanceScandalIn a dazzling New York summer, Beatrix Vanderdyke, society's brightest debutante, defies expectations by secretly consorting with Sutherland York, a charming yet controversial port…
Level B2Children'sScamp and I: A Story of City By-WaysIn bustling 1875 London, a quick-witted ragged boy named Dick leads his sister Flo on a daring adventure through the city's dazzling shops and lively streets, dreaming of riches an…
Level B2Science FictionSay "Hello" for MeStranded alone on Mars for twenty years, Professor Pettibone awaits rescue while adapting mysteriously to the alien world.
Level B2AdventureSaved from the Sea; Or, The Loss of the Viper, and her Crew's Saharan AdventuresAfter surviving a shipwreck off the African coast, a young linguist embarks on a perilous journey through the Sahara, guided by his passion for languages and the unexpected friends…
Level B2AdventureSaved by the LifeboatAmid a fierce November storm, a newly arrived lifeboat faces its ultimate test as a brig is stranded on treacherous sands, prompting brave sailors and townsfolk to confront nature’…
Level B2Children'sSaved by loveIn the shadowed streets of London, two young girls—one an orphaned dreamer, the other a street-smart survivor—forge an unlikely friendship as they navigate loss, hardship, and the…
Level B2AdventureSaved at seaBorn during a fierce storm on a remote island lighthouse, young Alick Fergusson grows up amidst the wild sea and rugged isolation, dreaming of one day taking over his grandfather’s…
Level B2Children'sSasha the serf, and other stories of Russian lifeIn a Russian village under the rule of a distant baron, young Sasha the serf wrestles with questions of ownership, freedom, and the wild forest that surrounds him—where even a bear…
Level B2ClassicsSarah's first start in lifeA determined young woman from a humble family prepares to leave home and start work as a kitchen maid, facing the challenges of service life with hope, love, and the support of tho…
Level B2Children'sSarah's School FriendIn a grand Yorkshire mansion, spirited Sarah challenges her family’s traditional views and clashes with her mother and brother over respect, education, and the roles of women—spark…
Level B2Children'sSara, a Princess: The Story of a Noble GirlIn a humble fishing village, young Sara balances household duties and her thirst for learning, determined to honor her late mother's wish for an education despite the hardships her…
Level B2Children'sSara Crewe; Or, What Happened at Miss Minchin's Boarding SchoolAt Miss Minchin's Select Seminary, Sara Crewe arrives wealthy and cherished, but when her fortune vanishes and her father dies, she faces harsh realities and cold cruelty, revealin…
Level B2AdventureSappers and Miners: The Flood beneath the SeaWhen a retired colonel dismisses tales of a rich old tin mine on his Cornish estate, his adventurous son Gwyn dreams of uncovering its ancient secrets.
Level B2ClassicsSanta Claus's PartnerIn a snowy December, Berryman Livingstone—a self-made capitalist admired and envied—reflects on his relentless climb to success and the hollow social invitations that mask a deeper…
Level B2AdventureSandyA ragged but spirited boy named Sandy dreams of adventure as he contemplates a daring choice by the bustling English docks, where two great ocean liners prepare to set sail—will he…
Level B2ClassicsSamantha on the Woman QuestionA determined woman sets out for Washington, D.
Level B2ClassicsSamantha on the Race ProblemWhen Cousin John Richard, a fervent colporter fresh from working with freedmen in the South, unexpectedly visits during a chaotic house-cleaning, he sparks lively debates and heart…
Level B2Children'sSamantha on Children's RightsA spirited boy named Jack navigates the challenges of childhood under the watchful eyes of his family, exploring the delicate balance between discipline and love.
Level B2ClassicsSamantha in EuropeA spirited journey unfolds as Samantha, a curious and lively woman, ventures across the vast Atlantic and into Europe, reflecting on her past and the unfamiliar world around her.
Level B2ClassicsSamantha at the World's FairIn a peaceful evening in Jonesville, a determined woman decides to write about the World's Fair, inspired by the legacy of Columbus and urged by her pragmatic partner.
Level B2ClassicsSamantha at the St. Louis ExpositionJosiah Allen’s secretive behavior and mysterious land measurements hint at a hidden plan tied to the grand St.
Level B2ClassicsSamantha at SaratogaA witty and heartfelt reflection on the restless pursuit of pleasure and the fading sense of home in modern life, told through the eyes of a sharp-tongued observer who mourns the l…
Level B2ClassicsSamantha Among the Colored Folks: "My Ideas on the Race Problem"When a well-meaning minister arrives unexpectedly with tracts and Bibles, a practical woman wrestles with her own suspicions and the challenges of race, faith, and family in the po…
Level B2ClassicsSamantha Among the Brethren, CompleteA determined woman challenges the exclusion of women from church leadership, arguing passionately for their rightful place in the spiritual community.
Level B2HistoricalSam's Chance, and How He Improved ItAt fifteen, Sam Barker drifts through the streets of New York until a chance good deed offers him a job as an errand boy—if only he can find the means to dress the part and leave h…
Level B2AdventureSam Steele's Adventures on Land and SeaA young boy in a coastal village faces a devastating loss when a sailor brings news of his father's shipwreck and presumed death.
Level B2AdventureSam Steele's Adventures in PanamaA young navigator is tasked with a daring mission: to sail a battered, barely seaworthy ship loaded with valuable steel around the treacherous Horn to San Pedro.
Level B2AdventureSalvage—extra specialA coast-guard cutter races against time to rescue a stranded two-master schooner, the Harvest Home, amid treacherous seas and mysterious crew behavior.
Level B2Children'sSalome's burdenIn a small Cornish fishing village, fourteen-year-old Salome, a brave and caring girl with a limp, struggles to keep her family together as her father's drinking threatens their pe…
Level B2ClassicsSalome Shepard, reformerAmidst a tense factory strike, Salome Shepard, a wealthy mill owner, confronts the harsh realities of her workers’ struggles and wrestles with her own role in a world crying out fo…
Level B2ClassicsSalomeIn the serene English countryside, Salome, a thoughtful teenager with a restless spirit, navigates family life and childhood dreams at Maplestone Court, where tranquility hints at…
Level B2Science FictionSales TalkA determined salesman inherits a time machine and, convinced Earth is on the brink of disaster, plans a daring escape into the distant future with his wife and two fox-terriers—lea…
Level B2AdventureSail Ho! A Boy at SeaA young boy eagerly sets out to sea aboard the Burgh Castle, facing the thrills and dangers of life on a merchant ship.
Level B2PoetrySaddle room songs and hunting balladsImmerse yourself in vivid verses that celebrate the rugged charm of hunting, horses, and rural life, capturing moments from the thrill of the chase to quiet reflections on old sadd…
Level B2Science FictionRuth's Marriage in Mars: A Scientific NovelIn a mystical hilltop sanctuary blending ancient faiths and psychic visions, a mysterious princess finds healing and spiritual awakening among a royal family dedicated to soul deve…
Level B2MysteryRuth Fielding on the St. Lawrence; Or, The Queer Old Man of the Thousand IslandsAt a vibrant wedding filled with flags and military honors, a spirited young woman finds herself drawn into the mysteries surrounding a quirky old man of the Thousand Islands, unve…
Level B2MysteryRuth Fielding of the Red Mill; Or, Jasper Parloe's SecretA determined young girl leaves her old home for the mysterious Red Mill, where secrets and new friendships await in the quiet town of Cheslow.
Level B2AdventureRuth Fielding in the Red Cross; Or, Doing Her Best for Uncle SamAs young men rush to training camps during wartime, Ruth Fielding packs supplies for the Red Cross while grappling with fears for her friend’s twin brother and the uncertain toll o…
Level B2AdventureRuth Fielding at the War Front; or, The Hunt for the Lost SoldierAmid the distant thunder of war and the roar of planes, a determined Red Cross worker navigates the tense front lines, driven by hope and duty.