
The Last Policeman trilogy
The Last Policeman trilogy by Ben H. Winters explores life during an impending asteroid collision that will cause humanity's extinction. Set in a world where a planet-killing asteroid is months away, the series follows police detective Hank Palace as he navigates moral dilemmas, societal collapse, and personal struggles, all while seeking to uphold justice in a dying world. The books examine human resilience, the meaning of life amid impending doom, and how individuals find purpose when faced with unavoidable catastrophe. The trilogy blends science fiction with deep philosophical questions about mortality, morality, and what truly matters.