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 B2AdventureOmoo: Adventures in the South SeasStranded in the South Seas, a castaway seizes a chance to join a whaling ship crew, leaving behind island life for uncertain adventures at sea.
Level B2ClassicsOlivia in IndiaSet sail with Olivia as she endures a tempestuous sea voyage to India, forging unexpected friendships and facing the challenges of travel with humor and heart.
Level B2HistoricalOliver Cromwell: A PlayAmid rising tensions over unjust taxes and common lands, Oliver Cromwell and his allies prepare to challenge the crown’s authority, igniting a fierce struggle that will test loyalt…
Level B2MysteryOliver Bright's Search; or, The Mystery of a MineA determined young man embarks on a daring journey west to uncover the truth behind a mysterious mine tied to his ailing father's future.
Level B2PoetryOlive Leaves; Or, Sketches of CharacterA young boy’s secret defiance leads him to a perilous swim in a swift river, where danger and unexpected rescue by strangers test his courage and faith.
Level B2ClassicsOldhamIn a quiet New England parish, a humble red schoolhouse hums with the rhythms of country life, where a determined teacher guides her small class through lessons of faith and resili…
Level B2ClassicsOld lamps for newAt a unique school where lessons in empathy outweigh traditional teaching, children experience temporary disabilities—blindness, lameness, silence—to truly understand the challenge…
Level B2Children'sOld Wonder-Eyes, and Other Stories for ChildrenIn a charming English garden, a surly old owl named "Old Wonder-Eyes" holds a bittersweet secret tied to a gentle girl named Minnie, whose love tamed even the wildest creatures.
Level B2ClassicsOld SlowpokeIn rugged hunting grounds, the slow-moving but determined Rall Hollidge relies on his seemingly useless dog, Old Slowpoke, as he vies for the affection of Jane Saunders while facin…
Level B2Science FictionOld ShagWhen a brakeman faces a deadly crisis aboard a high-speed freight train loaded with dynamite, a mysterious shaggy-haired stranger appears to guide him through the chaos—unveiling s…
Level B2AdventureOld Ruff, the Trapper; or, The Young Fur-HuntersIn the unforgiving Oregon wilderness, young Harry Northend searches desperately for Little Rifle, his promised bride, whose sudden disappearance sparks a tense journey through host…
Level B2Children'sOld Rough the miserIn a peaceful woodland farm, a fierce feud ignites between a crow and a water-rat over a coveted cornfield, with wise Judge Owl called to settle the dispute.
Level B2RomanceOld Rose and SilverA woman on the brink of forty reflects on a life of comfort and beauty yet unfulfilled by love, yearning for a deeper passion as she navigates the quiet complexities of her shelter…
Level B2ClassicsOld Man Savarin Stories: Tales of Canada and CanadiansJourney into the heart of Canada through vivid tales of honor, hardship, and community, where old debts, family loyalty, and rugged landscapes shape the lives of unforgettable char…
Level B2AdventureOld Indian DaysA young Sioux warrior named Antelope embarks on a dangerous scouting mission to protect his tribe, relying on courage, cunning, and a deep spiritual quest for guidance in hostile t…
Level B2Children'sOld Greek StoriesJourney into ancient Greece where mighty beings like Jupiter, Neptune, and Pluto rule the skies, seas, and underworld, weaving tales of power, beauty, and mystery that have enchant…
Level B2Children'sOld Greek Folk Stories Told AnewStep into a world where gods and mortals mingle, and nature itself whispers ancient secrets.
Level B2ClassicsOld Gorgon Graham: More Letters from a Self-Made Merchant to His SonA self-made pork packing magnate writes candid letters to his son, blending tough business lessons with fatherly advice, revealing the challenges of legacy, leadership, and family…
Level B2AdventureOld Gold: The Cruise of the "Jason" BrigUnder the scorching sun of Johnstown, Guiana, a seasoned captain and two determined men confront danger and intrigue aboard the sugar-laden brig Jason.
Level B2ClassicsOld Friends and NewIn a quiet village, Miss Horatia Dane lives a life shadowed by a lost love and solitude until her young cousin Nelly arrives, bringing fresh energy and unexpected warmth to the old…
Level B2Children'sOld French Fairy TalesIn a kingdom ruled by the kind King Benin, his beloved daughter Blondine faces the jealousy and cruelty of her wicked stepmother and stepsister, while navigating palace intrigues a…
Level B2ClassicsOld EbenezerIn the slow Southern town of Old Ebenezer, Sam Lyman, a once energetic Northerner turned weary schoolteacher, navigates the clash between ambition and complacency as he seeks purpo…
Level B2AdventureOld Caravan DaysAs the Padgett family leaves their Ohio farm in 1857 for the untamed Western prairie, young Robert Day and Aunt Corinne embark on a hopeful journey filled with memories and new beg…
Level B2MysteryOld Broadbrim Into the Heart of Australia: or, A Strange Bargain and Its ConsequencesA wealthy man hires a famed Quaker detective to protect him from a shadowy enemy bent on his death, plunging the detective into a year-long battle against unseen foes and a hauntin…
Level B2PoetryOklahoma SunshineExperience the heartfelt reflections and witty observations of everyday life in early Oklahoma, where humor, philosophy, and the simple joys of humanity shine through verse and pro…
Level B2MysteryOkewood of the Secret ServiceA struggling music-hall artist faces a sudden, unexpected opportunity just as his daughter rises through the ranks at the War Office, weaving a tale of ambition, hardship, and secr…
Level B2AdventureOh, You Tex!In the vast, sunlit Panhandle, a young line-rider named Texas roams alone, skillfully rounding up stray cattle across untamed desert expanses.
Level B2RomanceOh, Money! Money! A NovelA wealthy man struggles with how to spend his vast fortune and what will become of it after he's gone, wrestling with distrust of charities, reluctance to marry, and the meaning of…
Level B2RomanceOh! Susannah!: A Farcical Comedy in Three ActsIn a bustling London consulting room, devoted servant Aurora anxiously awaits her beloved doctor's return, unaware that his sudden departure and mysterious telegram may signal more…
Level B2AdventureOff to the Wilds: Being the Adventures of Two BrothersTwo English brothers navigate life on a remote Drakensberg farm, where wild adventures and unexpected friendships with local Zulu boys challenge their notions of loyalty and surviv…
Level B2AdventureOff to Sea: The Adventures of Jovial Jack Junker on his Road to FameA cheerful boy named Jack Junker grows up in a lively, blended family, navigating the challenges of a new stepmother and her unruly children while dreaming of a life at sea.
Level B2AdventureOff Santiago with SampsonA daring boy defies "Keep Out" signs to explore a bustling coal yard where a mighty iron steamer rests silent.
Level B2ClassicsOf no accountA young man burdened by loss and hardship struggles to find hope and love in a bleak home where his mother has "given up.
Level B2ClassicsOf High DescentAmid rugged coastal cliffs and the relentless Atlantic currents, a sharp-witted fisherman navigates the challenges of sea, family, and the bustling harbor town below, where voices…
Level B2RomanceOdeyne's marriageA charming yet impulsive young man faces the challenges of marriage to a country clergyman’s daughter, sparking concerns and hopes about how their union will transform their lives…
Level B2RomanceOdette's Marriage: A Novel, from the French of Albert Delpit, Translated from the "Revue des Deux Mondes," by Emily PrescottIn a sunlit seaside estate, Odette’s once vibrant spirit dims under society’s watchful eyes and her own restless heart, as she navigates the clash between personal freedom and rigi…
Level B2Children'sOdd made evenBetty grapples with restless moods and life's disappointments beneath her mother's watchful eye in rainy London society.
Level B2Children'sOddIn a cozy nursery barred from the outside world, five spirited children pass the dull winter afternoons with tales spun from the muffin man's rounds—until jealousy, mischief, and p…
Level B2HistoricalOctavia, the OctoroonAmid the turmoil of the Civil War, a skilled quadroon named Simon rises to manage a vast Alabama plantation, navigating the harsh realities of slavery and war while his sister, Els…
Level B2RomanceObject: matrimonyStruggling to save his mortgaged buildings in a tough New York neighborhood, a sharp salesman faces fierce rivals and complicated family ties.
Level B2RomanceObject, MatrimonyIn a gaudy mansion called the Hall of Mirth, three men face a dull winter without dances or company, pondering the pleasures and pitfalls of women and marriage as they navigate lon…
Level B2Children'sOakleighIn a grand house named Oakleigh, siblings Edith, Jack, and Cynthia navigate family responsibilities and dreams, as Jack proposes a daring plan to raise chickens for profit—challeng…
Level B2AdventureO'er Many Lands, on Many SeasA sturdy ship and her brave crew face eerie calm and looming danger near a hostile shore in the Indian Ocean, where the mission to end slavery and piracy hangs on the mercy of the…
Level B2HistoricalO Pioneers!In a windswept Nebraska town struggling against the harsh prairie, a determined young woman faces the challenges of frontier life while caring for her family and their fragile hope…
Level B2AdventureNurse Heatherdale's StoryA devoted nurse reflects on the day she first spotted a charming group of children, setting the stage for a heartfelt tale of care, companionship, and the quiet dramas of everyday…
Level B2Science FictionNothing But the BestA man discovers he can travel between parallel worlds—each subtly different—and seeks out his counterpart to reveal the astonishing truth and the secrets that might change everythi…
Level B2Science FictionNot a Creature Was StirringIn a world where the sun sickens and humanity has mysteriously vanished, Tom Gannett awakens alone in a desolate Nevada desert, unaware he may be the last man on Earth.
Level B2RomanceNot Under the LawA young woman battles family tensions and harsh obstacles as she strives to pass a crucial exam that could secure her future as a teacher, all while enduring the cold hostility of…