I'm not sure specifically which novel Nick Hornby published in 1998 without looking it up. There are several well - known novels by him like 'High Fidelity' but I'm not certain if that was the one from 1998.
There were two novels," The Sword Saint of the Marvel World " and " Marvel: My Years as the Director of the S.H.I.E.L.D.", in which the male lead's name was Nick.
Judy is often shown as the one who is more idealistic in fanfic. She dreams big for Zootopia and wants to make it a better place for everyone. Nick is the realist. He helps Judy see the practical side of things. Their dynamic in fanfic is really interesting as they learn from each other. Nick teaches Judy about the underbelly of Zootopia while Judy shows Nick that there is good in the world worth fighting for.
They could be characters in a science - fiction setting. Nick could be an alien from a far - off planet who crash - landed on Earth, and Macy could be a scientist who is trying to help him get back home. As they work together, they develop a bond, and the kiss could be a way of showing their connection that transcends their different origins.
In the real Saint Nick story, the real Saint Nick was Saint Nicholas. He was a significant figure in early Christianity known for his acts of kindness and charity.
Since we don't have much information about 'gf graphic novel', it could cover various genres. It could be a mystery, where the main character, perhaps a girl (as the 'gf' might suggest), is trying to solve a puzzling case. It could also be a science - fiction story, set in a far - off future or on another planet. There could be cool technology and alien species involved. Another possibility is that it's a historical graphic novel, depicting a particular period in time through the eyes of a female character.