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 B2Children'sNot Quite EighteenOn a sunlit Midsummer's Day, a mysterious silver mine legend stirs hope in a struggling farm family, while young Hester Gale finds magic and adventure in the seemingly ordinary, ro…
Level B2AdventureNorthwest!In the rugged Canadian wilderness, Jimmy Leyland risks fortune and friendship in high-stakes card games, while surrounded by mysterious companions and the wild beauty of the north.
Level B2AdventureNorthland HeroesIn a land of kings and gods, a Viking youth named Frithiof defies lineage and fate to win the heart of princess Ingeborg, sparking a tale of courage, honor, and unyielding love ami…
Level B2ClassicsNorthern Lights, Volume 4.In the unforgiving expanse of Athabasca's frozen North, a reluctant missionary known as "Sleeping Beauty" sets out to confront brutal winters, isolation, and the challenges of indi…
Level B2AdventureNorthern Lands; Or, Young America in Russia and PrussiaA young scholar with little seafaring skill unexpectedly becomes captain of a training ship, stirring conflict among the crew as they navigate the Baltic and explore the customs an…
Level B2ClassicsNorthern Georgia SketchesIn the sweltering heat of Northern Georgia, a humble abolitionist and a struggling couple navigate the harsh realities of debt, land, and the complicated legacy of slavery, where d…
Level B2Children'sNorman Vallery; or, How to Overcome Evil with GoodAs Fanny eagerly awaits her family’s return from India, she imagines the joyful reunion with her spirited brother Norman, whose free-spirited nature may bring unexpected challenges…
Level B2Children'sNorma: A Flower ScoutThree girls arrive at a muddy rural station, only to face a lazy, unhelpful driver and a challenging trek to their new home at Green Hill.
Level B2ClassicsNorine's Revenge, and, Sir Noel's HeirOn a snowy March morning, a reserved New York lawyer’s routine train ride is disrupted when a mysterious, enchanting young French-Canadian woman boards, stirring unexpected curiosi…
Level B2PoetryNonsense SongsEmbark on whimsical voyages with peculiar creatures—from an Owl and Pussy-Cat’s moonlit wedding to a Duck’s daring ride on a Kangaroo’s back—where playful verse and delightful nons…
Level B2AdventureNomads of the North: A Story of Romance and Adventure under the Open StarsIn the vast northern wilderness, a young bear cub named Neewa awakens to a world bursting with life and danger.
Level B2ClassicsNobody's faultIn foggy London, an editor rediscovers the powerful novel of Bridget Ruan, a once-promising schoolgirl turned striking author.
Level B2AdventureNobody's boy (Sans famille)An orphan boy raised in a poor French village faces hardships and heartache when a family tragedy strikes, setting him on a journey filled with loyalty, friendship, and the search…
Level B2ClassicsNobodyA penniless young woman clings to a fleeting dream of elegance as she navigates the harsh realities of a city lunchroom, where every choice could cost her more than just money.
Level B2Children'sNobodyWhen Tom meets Lois Lothrop, a simple yet captivating country girl with strong religious convictions, he faces family warnings against a match that could jeopardize his future and…
Level B2MysteryNo. 13 ToroniIn a secluded Stockholm studio, a reclusive photographer harbors a haunting secret linked to a long-unsolved mystery.
Level B2FantasyNo-Time-Land: A Story for Girls and BoysIn a world where no one has time for anything, young Guy is whisked away to No-Time-Land, a neglected town frozen in hurry and neglect.
Level B2Children'sNo talent, and Phil's pansiesAmity Bogardus, a wealthy but plain and talentless girl, struggles with self-doubt amid family doubts and social expectations.
Level B2AdventureNo stop-oversIn the rugged Alaskan gold rush, engineer Sam Tebbetts and his fireman friend Plapp take on the perilous challenge of keeping a short-handed railroad running through harsh tundra,…
Level B2Children'sNo royal roadIn a charming old cottage hidden away from the world, young Lilla grows up under her grandmother’s care, learning valuable lessons about ambition, diligence, and becoming a kind, c…
Level B2Children'sNo and Other Stories Compiled by Uncle HumphreyYoung readers are guided through valuable life lessons about obedience, kindness, and making wise choices, all centered on the powerful impact of the simple word "No.
Level B2Science FictionNo Sons Left to Die!In a rigid, star-faring society where boys are prized for telepathic battle skills and rules are deadly, Susan risks everything to find Darth Brady, a young man lost to the mysteri…
Level B2Science FictionNo Moving PartsWhen an emergency light flashes for the first time in centuries, Hansen contacts the elusive Captain Fromer, who reveals a bizarre crisis: their ship's door won’t open, grounding t…
Level B2AdventureNo Moss; Or, The Career of a Rolling StoneA spirited crew of boys aboard the Storm King yacht embrace naval discipline, camaraderie, and adventure as they drill, race through the rigging, and prepare to prove themselves in…
Level B2MysteryNo Man's IslandThree eighteen-year-old friends navigate a wild, overgrown river island steeped in painful family memories, setting the stage for a mysterious adventure where past grudges and unta…
Level B2HistoricalNo Defense, Volume 2.A man emerges from prison, stripped of youth and fortune but not spirit, determined to reclaim his family's honor amid shadows of past crimes and betrayals.
Level B2ClassicsNineteen hundred? A forecast and a storyAs two young men return from exile, their reunion with the warm-hearted Miss Wentworth sparks hope for a future shaped by faith and youthful promise.
Level B2FantasyNine Unlikely TalesA young girl dreads a visit to her stern great-aunt but finds herself on an unexpected, enchanting journey when a mistaken omnibus ride leads her far from the dull routine she know…
Level B2RomanceNina's perilA beautiful young woman, haunted by unbearable heartache, takes a desperate step on a cold, lonely night, setting in motion a tragic story of sorrow and hope.
Level B2MysteryNimble Ike, the Trick Ventriloquist: A Rousing Tale of Fun and FrolicA gifted young ventriloquist, Nimble Ike, faces betrayal and mystery when his mentor leaves him penniless but armed with extraordinary talents and a mysterious box that may hold hi…![Cover of Night watches [complete] by W. Jacobs](https://dsx1pat3ljtul.cloudfront.net/books/da6jo42pmtvc73csno20.webp)
Level B2ClassicsNight watches [complete]After a minor railway accident leaves Mr.
Level B2PoetryNight Fall in the Ti-TreeStep into a tranquil world where night descends softly upon the ti-tree, captured through delicate woodcuts and poetic whispers that invite reflection and wonder under the fading l…
Level B2RomanceNigel BrowningReturning home after a year of global travel, Nigel Browning navigates familiar streets and unexpected encounters in the foggy town of Newton Bury, where old ties and new challenge…
Level B2Children'sNiece CatherineA spirited young woman named Catherine navigates new responsibilities as a companion while uncovering family secrets tied to a long-standing feud between two uncles and the tragic…
Level B2Children'sNid and NodIn a quaint little shop, Kewpie Proudtree indulges in sweet treats while grappling with the pressures of sports, friendship, and self-discipline.
Level B2MysteryNick Carter Stories No. 160, October 2, 1915: The Yellow Label; or, Nick Carter and the Society Looters.In the exclusive Marmawell Club, a mysterious cardroom waiter with a knack for secrets unlocks a private rendezvous that hints at a deeper conspiracy among high society’s elite.
Level B2MysteryNick Carter Stories No. 159, September 25, 1915: Driven from cover; or, Nick Carter's double ruse.A cryptic, chilling phone call from a wealthy Riverside Drive residence draws detective Nick Carter into a web of mystery and potential danger.
Level B2MysteryNick Carter Stories No. 158, September 18, 1915: The blue veil; or, Nick Carter's torn trail.A master of disguise and deception, a cunning crook exploits a secret passage and a shocking resemblance to evade capture—until a brilliant detective unravels the impossible tricke…
Level B2MysteryNick Carter Stories No. 157, September 11, 1915: A human counterfeit; or, Nick Carter and the crook's double.A respected hotel manager is mysteriously abducted by well-dressed men in disguise, who threaten his life to keep their motives secret.
Level B2MysteryNick Carter Stories No. 156, September 4, 1915: Blood Will Tell; or, Nick Carter's Play in PoliticsA prominent political candidate is arrested for the murder of a notorious socialite just days before a crucial election, thrusting a sharp detective into a high-stakes investigatio…
Level B2MysteryNick Carter Stories No. 154, August 21, 1915: The mask of death; or, Nick Carter's curious case.When priceless art and a legendary Stradivarius violin vanish from a reclusive collector's New York mansion, a determined detective steps in to unravel the tangled mystery and reco…
Level B2MysteryNick Carter Stories No. 152, August 7, 1915: The Forced Crime; or, Nick Carter's Brazen Clew.A renowned detective investigates mysterious midnight intrusions into a professor’s locked bedroom, where the intruder never steals but seems to wield a hypnotic power.
Level B2MysteryNick Carter Stories No. 151, July 31, 1915: The Mystery of the Crossed Needles; or Nick Carter and the Yellow TongA millionaire Oriental scholar is found dead with crossed needles plunged into his heart, a chilling sign of murder.
Level B2MysteryNick Carter Stories No. 150, July 24, 1915: The House of Fear; or, Nick Carter's Counterstroke.A disguised detective finds himself trapped and threatened by a relentless enemy who blames him for a ruined life and promises deadly revenge.
Level B2MysteryNick Carter Stories No. 149, July 17, 1915: A Network of Crime; or, Nick Carter's Tangled Skein.When a double murder shocks a quiet Manhattanville neighborhood, a top detective and his assistant race against time to unravel a sinister web of crime tied to a rented house and m…
Level B2MysteryNick Carter Stories No. 148, July 10, 1915; The Mark of Cain; or, Nick Carter's Air-line CaseA striking switchboard operator collapses after overhearing a mysterious call, drawing detective Nick Carter into a web of intrigue and danger.
Level B2MysteryNick Carter Stories No. 147, July 3, 1915: On Death's Trail; or, Nick Carter's Strangest CaseAt three a.
Level B2MysteryNick Carter Stories No. 146, June 26, 1915: Paying the Price; or, Nick Carter's Perilous VentureWhen a revered priest is found murdered in his Washington rectory, a sharp detective is summoned to unravel secrets lurking in the shadows of a newly built church and a city rife w…