Product Description

Katie Simmonds wants to be a film director. Last week she wanted to be a writer, the week before that an educational psychologist, and the week before that a florist. One thing Katie isn't short of is ambition, but she knows for certain that none of her ambitions are to be a waitress. Unfortunately, Katie Simmonds is a waitress. Hassled by customers, badly paid and stuck with the boss from hell, Katie's life hasn't turned out quite as she'd planned. As for relationships, she's starting to discover that a career choice isn't the only commitment she has problems with. But just when she thinks that things can't get any worse, the caf- where she works is taken over by the last man in the world she wants to see again. Maybe Katie's been waiting at tables - and waiting for Mr Right - for a little too long.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #34191 in Books
• Published on: 2004-08-19
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 510 pages

Cosmopolitan
"Take this book on holiday and you’ll come home bursting with exciting plans to shake up your life."

Woman's Own
"Warm and witty."

About the Author
Melissa Nathan was born and raised in Hertfordshire and now lives in North London with her husband and young son. She was a journalist for twelve years before writing novels full-time. She is also the author of Pride and Prejudice and

Customer Reviews

just what you need!
I read the waitress in a couple of days because once i got into it i couldn't put it down. It's an excellent read and if you like a love story then it will suit you even more.
I think that kate (main charactor) relates to most people as she constantly changes her mind about what she wants to do with her life (a bit like myself) At one point i was laughing the next i was crying and had to put the book down to wipe my eyes thats how good it is. After reading this book i am now going to read mellissa nathens other books. Enjoy the read. michelle

Funny!
This is the second book by this author that I've enjoyed, the first being "The Nanny". Interesting characters,quick plot twists,and very funny dialogue! Laugh out loud funny!Buy this if you need a good laugh! It will lighten your day! I look forward to reading more from this author!

Another lovely read from the brilliant Melissa Nathan.
By the time I read The Waitress, I had already read as many of the late Melissa Nathan's books as I could find (Persuading Annie is the last one to get!) as I was totally hooked by her style of writing. My favourite would have to be The Nanny; however, The Waitress was also a most enjoyable and satisfying read which had me staying up too late because I had to finish it!
The heroine is a woman with a personality which will strike a chord with many readers. She's funny, neurotic, strong willed and, yes on occasion, annoying and selfish, but who isn't? This is something Melissa Nathan was particularly good at; even though her heroines are all quite different she breathes real life into them and this humanity is what gives her books their warmth and vibrancy.
Kate can't quite decide what to do with her life, and matters are complicated further by -- you've guessed it -- a man. Not just any man either; he's her new boss. What follows is an engaging, realistic story which has plenty of laughs and some real poignancy and emotion, not forgetting some really well written romance. Highly recommended!