Meet Colleen Noyes
Itsy Bitsy Book Bits Owner & Reviewer
Relationship Resuscitation by Jennifer Theriot – Review by Colleen Noyes
4 Stars This series has been awesome! I can’t wait until I have time to read the all of them!
Created IBBB June 2015
Hi, I’m Colleen the sole owner of Itsy Bitsy Book Bits. I’m a wife to my husband of over 21 years (23 together) and mom to an amazing 18 year old daughter. I love to read, play volleyball, Canasta, and TV when I have time. I taught myself to read at age 4 and just never stopped. My favorite genre is True Crime and then Romance but I will read almost anything. Once I start a book even one page, I have to finish it bad habit.
Colleen’s Reviews
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Liar by Lia Fairchild – Review by Colleen Noyes
Liar by Lia Fairchild My rating: 4 of 5 stars This was the conclusion to Gray and Daniel’s story and it did not disappoint. The author does a wonderful job of making her characters be real people. I loved that she portrayed how two people who are overcoming their own demons can work together to […]
Compulsive by Lia Fairchild – Review by Colleen Noyes
Compulsive by Lia Fairchild My rating: 5 of 5 stars I am SO glad that I read this book for a second time! Lia Fairchild not only does a great job of writing, but i appreciate that she doesn’t do a lot of “filler” stuff going into way too much detail about the sky, the […]
The Girl Who Came Back: A totally gripping psychological thriller with a twist you won’t see coming by Kerry Wilkinson – Review by Colleen Noyes
The Girl Who Came Back by Kerry Wilkinson My rating: 4 of 5 stars A real thriller that kept me on my toes. This book had so many twists my head was spinning, but in a good way. I had many theories throughout and although I figured most of it out before the end I […]
The 7: Greed by Geri Glenn – Review by Colleen Noyes
This was my first read by Geri Glenn and it was wonderful. She has a powerful way with words that bring up all kinds of emotions. I could actually feel the angst and fear through this short read. I look forward to more books.
The 7: Pride by Scott Hildreth – Review by Colleen Noyes
A Great Welcome to My First MC Book
This was my first book by Scott Hildreth and my first MC book. I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised. The characters were well written especially for a novella.
Fisher Knox is a man on a mission who has an unexpected twist when he meets Anna whose in the middle of her own journey. The comfort and compatibility expressed in the writing flowed smoothly. There was just the right amount of sexiness with out being vulgar and overdoing it.
I can’t wait to read other books by this author and the rest in this seven sins series.
Where the Night Ends by Melissa Toppen – Review by Colleen Noyes
Where the Night Ends by Melissa Toppen My rating: 4 of 5 stars Where the Night Ends by Melissa Toppen was my first book by this author and I can’t say that I was disappointed. Like all books I buy, once I saw the cover I had to have it. Sebastian and Tessa are start […]
Changing Fate (Endgame Series Book 5) by Leigh Ann Lunsford – Review by Colleen Noyes
Changing Fate by Leigh Ann Lunsford My rating: 5 of 5 stars Leigh Ann knocked it out of the ballpark as always. This was the perfect ending to the Endgame series and I’m so sad to see it “end”. Review by @colleennoyes View all my reviews
Fighting Fate by Leigh Ann Lunsford – Review by Colleen Noyes
Fighting Fate by Leigh Ann Lunsford My rating: 5 of 5 stars Leigh Ann Lunsford does not disappoint! This is another wonderful book and I have to admit I am sad that there is only one book left before the end. Review by @colleennoyes View all my reviews
Dogged by Holly Tierney-Bedord – Review by Colleen Noyes
Dogged by Holly Tierney-Bedord was a quick and light-hearted read. As a dog owner, I often wonder what my dog may be thinking and this story gives the reader a little insight into that. Through the voice of Rufus, the dog it is not your typical love story about a man and a woman, but more the love story of a broken man Edward, his previously abandoned unwanted dog Rufus, and a woman Mikayla who can help change all of that. This was a story about finding true love, however it also showcases how humans and animals can come from different walks of life, troubles, past hurts, and create a loving family. It was sensitive, loving, and outright funny! I found myself reading with a lot of awe, oooh, and laughing moments. This is a clean and fun book that I think any reader would love whether a teenager or an adult. I felt that the author did a wonderful job of bringing you in and through the whole book I could feel as if I was the dog lol.
Slaving Over Christmas by Allyson R. Abbott – Review by Colleen Noyes
Slaving Over Christmas by Allyson R. Abbott My rating: 3 of 5 stars I thought this was a wonderful short novella! I loved the characters and it was so true to form about how sometimes things in life happen that you have to work through. I think that the author did a great job with […]
Savage Collision: A Hawke Family Novel by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Colleen Noyes
Savage Collision: A Hawke Family Novel by Gwyn McNamee My rating: 5 of 5 stars Savage Collision by Gwyn McNamee is an incredible mix of romance, love, lust, heat, and just the right amount of suspense to keep it interesting. It’s a story about two people who each have their own struggles, hang ups, and […]
It Must Be Love: A Mustang Prairie Romance by N.D. Jackson – Review by Colleen Noyes
This was my first book by N.D. Jackson but OMG it won’t be my last! I just went and bought the first three in the series and can’t wait to dive into them.
Trixie grew up living a different lifestyle than most people, spending some of her life as part of a commune and maybe a little hippie. She is the type of woman though who can light up the entire room with just one smile. She has an energy about her that draws you to her and makes you feel like you want to be part of that world with her in it. Her last relationship has left her feeling uneasy and unsure of herself.
Jack is the hot and sexy kind of man that will make your knees weak! He was married to the love of his life and has two beautiful children. He had what everyone perceived as a once in a lifetime love that was ended too soon by tragedy. He has devoted his whole life to his sweet girls and that’s all he has room for and never wants to experience “love” again. He holds on to a secret that he just can’t allow anyone to find out about, especially now.
Trixie always had a crush on Jack as children but she was just the annoying little girl next door he never really saw. When she moves back to Mustang Prairie and they encounter each other for the first time it’s not in the greatest setting and both are taken aback. They soon discover there is an undeniable chemistry between them and boy is the sex hot! Spending time as friends with benefits is just what Jack thinks he needs and wants, but can Trixie do casual and cut off? What happens when two people have different wants and desires?
It Must Be Love is a beautiful story about how two people have an idea of what love is but soon discover that maybe they really have no clue at all. Sometimes when you have had a life filled with disappointment in the love department, you realize that maybe it’s because it was all leading you to the one you truly belong with, but is that the case with these two? Is there anything there past lust, desire, and fun? Can they overcome their past to find a future together? Only time will tell and you’ll have to read the book.
ND Jackson does a wonderful job of bringing you the visualization of what is going on. You can see the bluest skies, the hot bodies, the way the clothes fit. You can feel what is happening and find yourself laughing and crying. I love that the author uses enough details but doesn’t overdue it where it becomes long and boring and you are just sitting there waiting for the dang point. I love that the author builds several relationships and explores those, not just a potential love story but the friendships, the families, and everything in between. This book felt like a community and a community that anyone would want to be part of. I’m hoping we get to see more of these characters in follow up books.
Karma (Endgame Series #2) by Leigh Ann Lunsford – Review by Colleen Noyes
Karma by Leigh Ann Lunsford My rating: 5 of 5 stars Leigh Ann Lunsford has again hit it out of the park. This is the 3rd book in the Endgame Series and it’s rare for the third book to be every bit as good as the first and second but it is. Mason Adler is […]
Fighting Solitude (On the Ropes, #3) by Aly Martinez – Review by Colleen Noyes
Fighting Solitude by Aly Martinez My rating: 5 of 5 stars Reading Fighting Solitude by Aly Martinez in one sitting left me completely and utterly drained. This series has such a special place in my heart as I have watched the Page brothers overcome all of life’s detriments, obstacles, hurts, and deaths. I have cried, […]
My Salvation (Salvation Series #1) by Michelle Dare – Review by Colleen Noyes
My Salvation by Michelle Dare My rating: 4 of 5 stars WOW what a great book My Salvation by Michelle Dare was to read! It is the first in the Salvation Series and left me yearning for the next one! Caliana (Cali) Crawford, has finally had enough of her crappy job, where she is unappreciated. […]
Perspective (Exposure #4) by Annie Jocoby – Review by Colleen Noyes
Perspective by Annie Jocoby My rating: 4 of 5 stars Perspective by Annie Jocoby is the 4th and final book in the Exposure series and the excitement continues! Now that CJ and Asher have taken the next step, they still have to deal with the fallout they will endure from bringing Natalia to the United […]
Close Up (Exposure, #3) by Annie Jocoby – Review Colleen Noyes
Close Up by Annie Jocoby My rating: 4 of 5 stars Close Up by Annie Jocoby is the third book in the Exposure Series and picks up immediately where book 2 left off. CJ is completely shocked by Asher’s proposal and even though she wants to say yes, there are still so many doubts for […]
Dirty Deeds (J.J. Graves Mystery #4.5) by Liliana Hart – Review by Colleen Noyes
Dirty Deeds by Liliana Hart My rating: 5 of 5 stars Dirty Deeds by Liliana Hart is a Novella as part of the J.J. Graves mystery series. Jack Lawson and J.J. (Jaye) Graves have finally taken their wedding vows after solving their last murder. Now all they want is a quiet honeymoon, relaxing on an […]
Tempting Fate (Serendipity, #2) by Brinda Berry – Review by Colleen Noyes
Tempting Fate by Brinda Berry My rating: 4 of 5 stars Tempting Fate by Brinda Berry is her second book in the Serendipity Series and I absolutely loved it! This is the story of Collin Cordova who we met in the first book “Chasing Luck”, as Malerie’s friend and business partner. Collin, has a flourishing […]
Seducing Fortune (Serendipity, #3) by Brinda Berry – Review by Colleen Noyes
Seducing Fortune by Brinda Berry My rating: 4 of 5 stars Seducing Fortune is the third book in the Serendipity Series by the talented Brinda Berry. Dylan Mercado, has taken over his father’s car business after his father was forced to retire because of health issues. He has always been a playboy, taking home one […]
Fighting Shadows (On the Ropes, #2) by Aly Martinez – Review by Colleen Noyes
Fighting Shadows by Aly Martinez My rating: 5 of 5 stars Dear Lord, Fighting Shadows the second book by Aly Martinez in the On the Ropes Trilogy DID NOT disappoint! I had been not so patiently waiting for this books release since I read Fighting Silence and I was truly unable to put it down. […]
Focus (Exposure, #2) by Annie Jocoby – Review by Colleen Noyes
Focus by Annie Jocoby My rating: 4 of 5 stars Focus by Annie Jocoby is the second book in the Exposure Series and begins with CJ Parker missing. CJ is gone and Asher Sloane has no idea where she is or why she was taken but his concern is that maybe it has to do […]
