A fascinating and engaging true crime story of this huge heist, and Don's words hold you to every page. It's tough to put the book down as you want more of the drama. The meticulous planning by the thieves, only to be taken down by a baggage handler, and you realize how careless they truly were. Crime doesn't pay, but 'An Almost Perfect Heist' is well worth it.

An astonishing true Canadian story. This fast-paced tale is about a few robbers who broke into the Vancouver Safety Deposit Vaults, escaped with their loot, and encountered a surprise ending as they almost vanished without a trace. Worthy of being made into a movie — I urge you to buy this book!

Don Levers' meticulous work on The (Almost) Perfect Heist demonstrates the vitality of investigative journalism. Similar to thieves in 1977 who used a thermal lance to cut through concrete and armoured steel, Don employed a computer and phone to cut through half a century of interviews, police reports, and judicial rulings. Don Levers' book should be a mandatory read in journalism schools.

Don's account of the break-in and theft of millions of dollars in loot was so accurate and compelling that it immediately took me back almost 50 years to the day my partner George Barclay and I first stepped into the vault. A perfectly planned burglary prepared by an exceptional criminal mind, only to end up in jail sentences for the careless crew.

A must-read for any true crime fan. From the meticulous planning by the criminals to gain access to what was believed to be an "impenetrable" vault, to their eventual capture as they attempted to smuggle their loot back to Quebec in suitcases at the airport — the story will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

Don has created a snapshot of the lives of several 'Professional Criminals' and how their activities adversely impacted the lives of thousands over the decades. Readers are treated to accurate and genuine material that puts their mind inside the vault, on the airplane or beside the investigators as the caper unfolds. Enjoy the experience, I did!

If you love a story that makes you shake your head and say, "There's no way they pulled that off," The (Almost) Perfect Heist delivers. No fluff. Just a tight, detailed account of an audacious plan that almost worked. It's smart, fast, and unmistakably Canadian. A wild story, told straight!