"The Last Policeman" is a science fiction mystery novel by American author Ben H. Winters, first published in 2012. The novel is set in a pre-apocalyptic world where an asteroid is on a collision course with Earth, and society is gradually falling apart as people prepare for the end of the world.
The protagonist of the novel is Detective Hank Palace, a young police officer who is investigating what appears to be a routine suicide. However, Palace becomes convinced that there is more to the case than meets the eye, and his investigation takes him on a journey into the heart of a society in chaos.
As Palace races against time to solve the case before the asteroid strikes, he grapples with questions of morality, meaning, and the nature of justice. He also forms connections with the people he encounters on his journey, including a former drug addict and a survivalist who is preparing for the end of the world.
"The Last Policeman" has been praised for its engaging plot, well-drawn characters, and thought-provoking exploration of existential themes. The novel is the first in a trilogy, followed by "Countdown City" and "World of Trouble," which continue Palace's story and explore the aftermath of the asteroid impact. The trilogy has been well-received by readers and critics alike and has won multiple awards, including the Edgar Award for Best Paperback Original.
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