In the novel, Palmyra was located at Lyford Key, a secluded spot situated away from tourists and prying eyes. The estate had been rented from its owner, an Englishman named Mr Bryce, six months prior to the events of the novel and served as Largo’s shore base and the anchorage for his yacht, the Disco Volante. Bond utilizes his knowledge of the property to approach Largo, posing as an interested party with Leiter as his lawyer and financial advisor.