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There’s something so intensely likable about this series, in spite of its complete wackiness. It took me a while to warm up to Perfect Scoundrels, but by the end I was totally immersed in the zany, hilarious world of cons and thieves Ally Carter has created. Possibly, this is the best installment in the series, technicality-wise (it’s not my personal favorite, however).

After Uncommon Criminals, I was really looking forward to this book for a lot of reasons. But the main reason was the absolutely sizzling chemistry between main characters Kat and Hale. I’d been assured that this third book had heavy emphasis on their relationship, so I was fully prepared for swoons. Sadly, I was mostly disappointed on that front. Perfect Scoundrels employed that oh-so-annoying trick where the couple finds relationship to be a bumpy ride and drama ensues. I really hate when that happens. And even when Kat and Hale got back on track, I failed to feel the connection between them like I had before. Don’t get me wrong—they’re still an awesome couple, but it wasn’t the same for me.

Other than that, though, this was a really good book. The Heist Society series is so fun, and this was no different. Things were perhaps a bit more serious, since this time around Hale is personally affected by the con, but I still laughed during certain scenes. Like the scene where Uncle Felix pretends to be crazy and runs around naked? Yep. Much giggling.

So…yeah. If you liked Heist Society and Uncommon Criminals, there’s a very good chance you’ll like Perfect Scoundrels as well. (And if you have read the first two books, go read them, then come back.) Unrealistic, implausible and silly as this series may be, it addictive and loads of fun. As long as you’re able to hang your Serious Hat at the door, I definitely recommend this book and its prequels.