In National Bestseller David Rosenfelts Twas the Bite Before Christmas, all through the Carpenter house, five dogs are stirring, and not even Andy can get out of working this next case at his door. Reluctant lawyer Andy Carpenter is at the Tara Foundations 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 thats come through the rescueand their familiesare invited to celebrate. This years 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 foundations best foster volunteers, is arrested for murder. Andy discovers Derekwhose real name is Bobbyis 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 didnt do this. Hes built a new life, a new business, has two new dogs after being a double foster-failure. There isnt much Andy likes about this case, but he likes Bobby. If hes innocent, Andy wants to help. Before Andy can settle down for his long winters nap, he has a clients name to clear, a murderer to catch, and two new dogs to look after: a golden and a Dalmatian. Andys golden retriever, Tara, will have to adjust to not being the only golden at the house while Andy gets to the bottom of this one
