Since I moved, giveaways will be a little more sporadic than they were – not every Friday. I don’t have the number of books that I used to have, and publishers are slow to send physical books. But, every once in a while, I’ll throw out a contest. This week, I have two hardcovers to give away, one true crime and one mystery.

The Amish Wife is a true crime story of a forty-year-old murder. Or was it? Author Gregg Olsen is convinced Ida Stutzman’s death in 1977 was murder, committed by her husband Eli. That’s not a spoiler because the entire book is about Olsen’s search for proof that would force authorities to admit there were mistakes made in the original investigation. Olsen is convinced if someone had taken action in 1977, other murders would not have occurred. The author takes readers with him in his search for answers and justice.

David Rosenfelt’s ‘Twas the Bite Before Christmas might have Christmas in the title, but his mysteries featuring Andy Carpenter can be read any time of year. Reluctant lawyer Andy Carpenter is at the Tara Foundation’s annual Christmas party. The dog rescue organization has always been his true calling, and this is one holiday tradition he can get behind because every dog that’s come through the rescue—and their families—are invited to celebrate. This year’s party is no exception. But before the stockings can be hung by the chimney with care, homicide detectives ruin the evening. Derek Moore, one of the foundation’s best foster volunteers, is arrested for murder. Andy discovers Derek—whose real name is Bobby—is in the witness protection program after giving evidence against his former gang. The police believe Bobby murdered a member. But Bobby swears to Andy he didn’t do this. He’s built a new life, a new business, has two new dogs after being a double foster-failure.There isn’t much Andy likes about this case, but he likes Bobby. If he’s innocent, Andy wants to help.

Which book would you like to win? You can enter to win both, but I need separate entries. Email me at Lesa.Holstine@gmail.com. Your subject line should read either “Win The Amish Wife” or “Win Bite Before Christmas.” Please include your name and mailing address. The contest will end Thursday, January 11 at 5 PM ET. Entries from the U.S. only, please.