The problem with using Jewish literature for a secular English class is clear – the whole point of the class is the range of classic, clean literature that the students learn to analyse and draw lessons from, which is a valuable skill in life. Also, if you’re in England, the syllabus requires many of these books to be read, so even well-written Jewish literature is out of the question.
Personally, I would recommend Lord of the Rings, Pride and Prejudice, To Kill a Mockingbird