The dangerous game, William Le Queux

The dangerous game

William Le Queux

Level
B1
Words
72,607
Chapters
7
First published
1907
Reading time
about 8 hours
Translation
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A spy thriller set in Europe before World War I, where a British agent uncovers a plot involving international intrigue and secret documents. The story is filled with narrow escapes, coded messages, and dangerous adversaries. Its short chapters and action-driven plot make it a quick and exciting read for language learners.

Learn English with The dangerous game

  • Suits learners around level B1: you read the original, not a simplified retelling.
  • 6,364 distinct words, each one a tap away from your personal vocabulary list.
  • Read in English, glance at the translation under any sentence you are unsure of, and listen to natural read-aloud voices to train your ear.

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  1. Open the book: no installation, it reads in the browser on any device.
  2. Read a sentence in English. Its translation sits right under it, so you never lose the thread.
  3. Tap a word for its meaning and save it; listen to the chapter read aloud.

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Questions about this book

Can I read The dangerous game in English for free?

Yes. The first chapters of The dangerous game open without an account, with the translation, audio and dictionary included. A free account unlocks the rest of the book.

How much English do I need?

The text is estimated at level B1. Because every sentence has its translation underneath, lower levels can follow along too.

Is there audio?

Yes. Each chapter can be read aloud by a natural-sounding voice while the current sentence is highlighted.