MACMILLAN READERS INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (BOOK ONLY)

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"A" Is for Alibi - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

"My name is Kinsey Millhone and I'm a private detective. I'm thirty- two years old, and I live and work in Santa Teresa, in southern California. The day before yesterday I killed someone. I had to do it, but knowing that doesn't make me happy. I'm a nice person. I have a lot of friends. Killing someone has made me feel bad. I've already given a signed statement about the death to the police. I've also written a report for the client that I was working for. But now I want to tell the whole story."

 

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"B" Is for Burglar - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Business was slow, and there was nothing about Beverly Danziger to cause Kinsey concern. She was looking for her sister. She paid up front. And if it seemed a lot of money for a routine job, Kinsey wasn t going to argue. She kicked herself later for the things she didn t see. But by then she was in danger, and money was the last thing on her mind… Kinsey Millhone (is) just about the gutsiest as well as the shrewdest of her kind. 

 

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"L" Is for Lawless - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

When Kinsey Millhone's landlord asks her to help deceased World War II vet Johnnie Lee's family find out why the military has no record of his service, she thinks it'll be a cinch. But she is about to meet her match in world-class prevaricators who take her for the ride of her life.

 

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A New Lease of Death - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

A New Lease of Death is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Ruth Rendell. This book tells the story of Chief Inspector Wexford who is adamant that Herbert Painter killed a ninety-year-old lad and the courts agreed with him. But then Herbert's future son-in-law begins questioning the case. Will he change people's minds?

 

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A Town Like Alice - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

1940, Malaya. The war is on. A group of women and children are captured by the Japanese. This is the story of their long march through Malaya and a search for love that ends in Australia.

 

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Barack Obama - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Barack Obama's journey of discovery had ended. It had started in Hawaii and taken him to Indonesia, Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago, Africa, Boston and Washington D.C. Now Barack Obama knew who he was. He was president of the United States of America.

 

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Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Helen Fielding. Now a new year and finally Bridget has a boyfriend, called Mark Darcy. After Rebecca appears on the scene trying to steal Mark away, Bridget decides to go to Thailand, where her problems only get worse.

 

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Bristol Murder - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Bristol Murder is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Philip Prowse. Peter, a lorry driver, gives a lift to a 16-year-old hitch-hiker called John, who has run away from home after a violent row with his uncle. The police are now carrying out a nationwide search for John as his uncle has been found dead.

 

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David Copperfield - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

David Copperfield is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Charles Dickens. This classic story takes you on a journey through the life of David Copperfield and explains how he has been able to find great success even though he has endured much suffering and loss along the way.

 

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Down Second Avenue - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Down Second Avenue is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Ezekiel Mphahlele. This story is about a young boy called Eseki, who during his growth into adulthood, slowly starts to become aware of the injustices, poverty and fear which are a normal part of life for black people in South Africa.

 

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Dr No - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Bond British Secret Agent 007 is sent to Jamaica to investigate the sudden disappearance of the island's Governor. When he arrives, 007 begins to suspect that there is a link to Dr No, the owner of a remote island. Recently here have been several strange deaths on this island, which the local people blame on a mysterious and terrifying 'dragon.'

 

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Goldfinger - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Goldfinger is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Ian Fleming. Another classic in the James Bond series, this story see’s 007 meet the mysterious Auric Goldfinger who is a clever cheat. Soon, Bond discovers he is part of an evil plan which could kill many people. Can he prevent it in time?

 

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Hamlet - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Hamlet is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by William Shakespeare. A classic story about a young Prince called Hamlet and his journey into despair and revenge after learning that his uncle is his fatherÔÇÖs murderer. This Macmillan Reader is written as a playscript with original extracts from Hamlet.

 

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Live & Let Die - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Live and Let Die is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Ian Fleming. Another classic Bond mission, see’s 007 in Jamaica investigating the underworld criminal ‘Mr Big’, who is suspected to be involved with Soviet spy operations. Caught up in dangerous situations and beautiful girls, Bond must complete his mission.

 

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Much Ado About Nothing - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Much Ado About Nothing is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by William Shakespeare. This famous story is a comedy / drama about the war of power and understanding between men and women and the disguises they wear in their romantic relationships. Written as a playscript and has original extracts within.

 

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My Cousin Rachel - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

My Cousin Rachel is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Daphne du Maurier. This book tells the story of Philip, who is shocked by his Cousin Ambrose's death. Racked by suspicion from letters Ambrose had sent him, Philip prepares to meets his cousin's widow with hatred in his heart.

 

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No Comebacks and Other Stories - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Deception, blackmail, murder, revenge, These are the themes of stories that move from London to the coast of Spain, from Mauritius to Dublin to Dordogne. Whether his subject is assassination by stealth, the cruel confidence trick or the cold shock of coincidence, Frederick Forsyth is never less than compulsive, the detail always authentic.

 

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No Longer at Ease - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

No Longer at Ease is a 1960 novel by Nigerian author Chinua Achebe. It is the story of an Igbo man, Obi Okonkwo, who leaves his village for an education in Britain and then a job in the Nigerian colonial civil service, but is conflicted between his African culture and Western lifestyle and ends up taking a bribe. The novel is the second work in what is sometimes referred to as the "African trilogy", following Things Fall Apart and preceding Arrow of God. Things Fall Apart concerns the struggle of Obi Okonkwo's grandfather Okonkwo against the changes brought by the English.

 

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One Day - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

One Day is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by David Nicholls. A moving story taking place over many years about Emma and Dexter who meet for the first time on their university graduation. Soon their lives will go in different directions but where would each of them be on the 15th July every year in the future.

 

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Othello - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Othello is one of William Shakespeare's most famous tragic plays, and has been adapted for Intermediate level readers. The story is about Othello, the Moorish general of Venice, and what happens when he marries the beautiful daughter of a rich and powerful Venetian.

 

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Pride and Prejudice - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Pride and Prejudice is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Jane Austen. This classic romantic story is about Mrs Bennet and her five daughters who have yet to find husbands. When a rich young man called Mr Bingley and his friend come to stay at Netherfield Hall, Mrs Bennet thinks they are perfect for her daughters.

 

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Rendezvous With Rama - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

In 2131, a large object is discovered near Jupiter. It will pass Earth as it travels towards the centre of the Solar System. The object is given the name, 'Rama.' Scientists send a probe to investigate Rama and discover that it is not solid. It is a 50km long, smooth and hollow cylinder. So what is inside Rama? Is it a spaceship, or something else?

 

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Ring of Thieves - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Ring of Thieves is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Richard Prescott. A mystery story with many twists and turns set between the English Midlands and Amsterdam. A boy suffers amnesia after being attacked and robbed but he has to regain his memory in order to find his property.

 

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Sense and Sensibility - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Sense and Sensibility is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Jane Austen. After the death of her husband, Mrs Dashwood and her three daughters, Elinor, Marianne and Margaret, find they must move to a small cottage. There, Marianne falls in love with the Willoughby and Elinor is sad having left Edward behind.

 

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Tess of the D'urbervilles - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

When Tess Durbeyfield is sent by her family to find her rich relatives, she is soon pursued and violently attacked by the ruthless Alec d'Urberville. But the sad event which follows gives Tess the chance to hide her past and move on. Eventually she falls in love and finds happiness with Angel Clare. However, Tess's honest nature means she is doomed never t escape her past.

 

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The Enchanted April - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

A discreet advertisement in The Times lures four very different women away from the dismal British weather to San Salvatore, a castle high above a bay on the sunny Italian Riviera. There, the Mediterranean spirit stirs the souls of Mrs Arbuthnot, Mrs Wilkins, Lady Caroline Dester and Mrs Fisher, and remarkable changes occur.

 

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The Eye of the Tiger - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Eye of the Tiger is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Wilbur Smith. This is a thrilling adventure story about Harry Fletcher who has left a life of crime behind him to run a game-fishing charter boat off the East Africa Coast. But soon Harry’s past begins to catch up with him.

 

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The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

This is the story of a girl who gets lost on an outing in the Northeast woods. In her panic to get back on the track, she takes turnings which lead her deeper and deeper into the terrifying woods. With only a small amount of food and water in her knapsack, she begins to give up hope of ever getting out. 

 

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The Great Gatsby - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Great Gatsby is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by F. Scott Fitzgerald. A classic story about a mysterious and wealthy millionaire called Jay Gatsby. Everyone went to Jay's beautiful house and attended his extravagant parties. But what was Jay searching for and why is he so interested in Daisy Buchanan?

 

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The Jewel That Was Ours - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

A priceless medieval artifact is stolen from a museum. An American tourist lies dead in her hotel room bed. A man is brutally murdered in the park. Are these three events connected or coincidence? For Chief Inspector Morse there is no doubt. So with the help of Sergeant Lewis, he sets out to uncover who is behind the murders and recover the stolen artifact.

 

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The Merchant of Venice - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Retold by Rachel Bladon for intermediate students of English. Shylock lends money to the merchant Antonio but the stakes are high. When Antonio cannot pay him back, Shylock demands a terrible punishment. This Macmillan Reader is written as a playscript and includes original extracts.

 

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The Norwood Builder and Other Stories - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Norwood Builder and Other Stories is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Another classic collection of short intriguing stories about the adventures of Sherlock Holmes and his assistant Dr Watson as they try to solve a number of unusual mysteries.

 

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The Pearl - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Pearl is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by John Steinbeck. The Pearl is a sad and beautiful story about a Mexican-Indian driver called Kino who finds the greatest Pearl in the world. Kino believes his prayers have been answered and he will become wealthy. But the pearl brings only greed and violence and Kino loses his happiness.

 

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The Perfect Storm - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Perfect Storm is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Sebastian Junger. This book is about a swordfishing fleet from Gloucester, Massachusetts who are caught in a vicious storm out at sea. Captain Billy Tyne and his crew of six are aboard the boat “Andrea Gail” and the rescue services cannot locate them and fear the worst.

 

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The Red and the Black - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Red and the Black is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Stendhal. The story is about a young man, Juilen Sorel, who is torn apart by the two sides to his personality, the 'red' and the 'black'. Having love affairs with Madame de Renal and Mathilde, Sorel tries to gain wealth and social standing with fatal results.

 

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The Seventh Scroll - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Seventh Scroll is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Wilbur Smith. Following on from the adventures described in the 'River God', Duraid and Royan Al Simma find a set of scrolls written by Taita, a slave to the queen of Ancient Egypt explaining where the tomb of Pharaoh Mamose is. But Duraid is murder before he begins his search.

 

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The Sign of Four - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Sign of Four is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Sherlock Holmes is on another classic detective adventure which this time sees him trying to help Mary Morstan find the truth about her father and the man who has been sending her pearls.

 

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The Silent World Nicholas Quinn - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Silent World of Nicholas Quinn is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Colin Dexter. Another great Inspector Morse mystery sees Morse and his assistant Sergeant Lewis on a suspected murder trail after a body has been found dead. Morse begins to investigate in his usual highly idiosyncratic way.

 

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The Smuggler - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Smuggler is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Piers Plowright. The Smuggler tells the story of a valuable golden statue which has been stolen from the Darna museum. Inspector Roland suspects John Samuel Fame because he visits the frontier frequently and could be a smuggler. But did Fame steal the statue?

 

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The Space Invaders - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Space Invader is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Geoffrey Matthews. In this story, set sometime in the future, Varon, an intergalactic pirate, manages to steal one of the most valuable items in the universe. When he becomes trapped, Omega offers his help but he has his own reasons for doing so.

 

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The Speckled Band and Other Stories - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Speckled Band and Other Stories is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This book consists of three short stories as Sherlock Holmes and his assistant Dr Watson, investigate the cases of ‘The Speckled Band’, ‘The Dancing Men’ and ‘The Red-Headed League’.

 

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The Woman Who Disappeared - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

The Woman Who Disappeared is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Philip Prowse. A beautiful blonde woman hires Lenny Samuel to find her missing sister. Before long Lenny has to deal with gunmen, dead bodies, weary policemen and jewel thieves. And all the while, trying to find the missing woman.

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Therese Raquin - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

When Thérèse Raquin marries her sickly cousin Camille, her future looks as if it will be both dull and loveless. This all changes, however, with the arrival of Camille's friend Laurent. Laurent and Thérèse soon begin a love affair, an affair so passionate it can only result in tragedy

 

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Things Fall Apart - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

This is a story about life in Africa before the Europeans came and about the destruction of this life by the Europeans. The people in the story lived in a district of Nigeria called Umuofia. The people of Umuofia were farmers. They produced goods such as palm oil that the Europeans wanted. Umuofia was a small district of nine villages. The people of these villages belonged to the same clan. A clan is a group of people who live together and share the same customs.

 

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Touching the Void - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Touching the Void is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Joe Simpson. This is the true story of Joe Simpson and Simon Yate's climb of the mountain Siula Grande. When Joe breaks his leg high in the mountain, he knows he will probably die. But with a will to survive and Simon's determination are they able to reach safety?

 

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Used in Evidence and Other Stories - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Three short stories by Frederick Forsyth: Used in Evidence― An old man is arrested when council workers find something in the wall of his house. There Are No Snakes in Ireland― A young student gets a job as a building worker and makes a dangerous enemy. The Emperor― A bank manager goes on holiday to a tropical island. When he goes fishing, his life changes for ever.

 

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When Rain Clouds Gather - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

When Rain Clouds Gather is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Bessie Head. This semi-autobiographical novel, from one of Africa's most respected novelists, tells the story of a village in the heart of Botswana in the 1960s. It is a time of great change to tribal traditions, social customs, and agricultural methods.

 

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Wuthering Heights - Macmillan Readers Intermediate Level

Wuthering Heights is an adapted Intermediate level reader written by Emily Brontë. One of the best loved tales in English Literature, Wuthering Heights is set in the harsh Yorkshire Moors and tells the passionate and violent story of two generations of the Earnshaw and Linton families.