“Last Looks” is a crime thriller novel written by Howard Michael Gould and published by Dutton in 2018. The novel introduces readers to the character Charlie Waldo, a former LAPD detective turned reclusive hermit who is drawn back into the world of crime-solving when he’s reluctantly hired to investigate the disappearance of a celebrity actor’s daughter. The book is praised for its sharp wit, engaging plot, and complex protagonist. Gould’s background in screenwriting is evident in the novel’s fast-paced narrative and vivid characters. “Last Looks” marks the beginning of a series featuring the intriguing character of Charlie Waldo.