Waiting for Nick

This is the 5th book in the Stanislaski series, and my favorite of that series. Freddie Kimball is the daughter of Spence Kimball from Taming Natasha. Nick LeBeck is the brother of Zack Muldoon from Falling for Rachel. They met back in Falling for Rachel, when Freddie was 13 and Nick was 19. Back then, Nick was trouble, but becoming part of the Stanislaski family straightened him out, and he's now a respected composer. In fact, he's been asked to write the songs for a new musical for Maddie O'Hurley (Dance to the Piper). Unfortunately, his usual lyricist can't work with him. Which is fortunate for Freddie, who offers her services, and after quite a bit of arguing, she convinces him to work with her. What Nick doesn't know is that writing lyrics is just the tip of the iceberg of Freddie's plans. She's been in love with him for years, and has decided that it's time to do something about it. Nick has trouble initially thinking of Freddie as someone other than a young girl, a sort-of-cousin. He's also troubled by his past, feeling that a former gang member is definitely not good enough for Freddie. And then there's the whole family looking over their shoulders. But Freddie's nothing if not determined. There were the expected appearances of other family members from the series, as well as the O'Hurleys from another of Nora's series, but in this case, it didn't seem remotely forced. Freddie and Nick were members of the same extended family, so it would have seemed odd if the family hadn't shown up. And the O'Hurleys were a nice bonus, but also logical. I always like the books where the hero and heroine have known each other a long time. Something about them knowing each other so well and falling in love with the whole person. Odd, because I was married within 6 months of meeting my husband, and I wouldn't have it any other way. Maybe it's the contrast with real life that appeals to me. Surprise, surprise, I don't have any complaints with this one. It's just a sweet, feel-good book that leaves me smiling: * I smiled when Freddie came to New York with her 3-fold plan. * I smiled through all their bickering about the songs. * I smiled at Nick's reaction to meeting Chantal O'Hurley (Skin Deep). * I smiled when Nick wanted to get her some brandy or a glass of water "for the shock" after the first time they made love (well, okay, I laughed). * I smiled when the family discussed Freddie & Nick's budding romance after the anniversary party. * I smiled when Spence gave Nick a hard time & said it was his duty as a father. etc., etc.

Always wonderful. What more can I say? The characters are believable and well rounded out. They are far from perfect and yet they are good people. They are the type of people you would like to meet on the street. I enjoyed this book. I particularly enjoyed it because I was able to revisit with some of my favorite characters from other novels (the Stanislaski Series). In earlier novels you read about young Freddie with her crush on Nick. Only now it's years later and Freddie is grown up and ready to show this to Nick as well. With much hesitation and worry Nick soon learns she's a grown up girl who is able to take care of herself. Excellent.Enjoy.

This book was one of the most amazing trillagies I've ever incountered. In order to fully appreciate the book it self you have to start from the begining by reading The Stanlaski Sisters first (almost by birth order which means your reading four books at once), then you have to read The Stanlaski Brothers then Waiting for Nick and then Considering Kate . That way you can fully appreciate each character that is introduced to the reader and you are (in some sense ) already feel as though you are apart of this family because of the stories behind each character.I myself have waited for this book for almost a year and practically spent all day reading this book because I could not put it down (I couldn't have imagine a better way to spend on my day off).I actually would give it ten stars Absolutly a great read for the romantic at heart.

In great Nora style, this book tyed up the stalanislaski's stories, with the tale of Zack, Rachel's husband's step brother, Nick, and Freddie, Tash's step daughter.

I love all of Nora's books. I travel alot for work and am sorry to say that I don't want others to look at the book cover and assume the book is filled with silly romance. Nora's books are sweet, exciting and just plan fun. Sounds pretty silly? Alot of us feel squimish that way. I appreciate your understanding. Nora's books help me keep my sanity while waiting in Airports when I can no longer think about the meeting I just left. Bless her!