Comment on theme

The motif of supply and demand, as it pertains to being a factor in relationships, appears throughout the book. As Julie and her friends begin talking, it is clear that meeting people in New York City is difficult. Even Alice, who quits her full time position as an attorney with Legal Aid to approach dating like a job, has not met Mr. Right. Though, she is going to all the right spots for singles, there are not enough good, single men to meet the demand.