The author describes how Anna learns about the identity of her new neighbors after looking them up on social media platforms. They are Alistair and Jane Russell together with their son Ethan. They are a new family in Anna’s neighborhood. Anna also describes her other neighbors. She describes the Millers, the Grays, the Takedas and the Wasserman. The author’s theme of family is represented by these depictions. In her description, Anna also highlights the type of houses they live in and how the neighborhood has changed.

As Anna tells her therapist about the new neighbors, she claims never to have heard the name Jane Russell. Anna has a close relationship with the therapist. Her physical therapist narrates her sexual escapades to the Anna and encourages her to start dating again. However, when Anna’s dating profile is completed, she is surprised that the application states that David, her tenant, is her perfect dating match. Frustrated by this, Anna deletes her profile. The introduction of the therapist character represents her supportive role to Anna who is described as a distressed character.