Tortola, one of the British Virgin Islands, where a scene from the novel takes place.

The main settlement is Road Town, the capital of the British Virgin Islands, with a population of 9,400.

Tortola (meaning "turtledove" in Spanish) is a Mountainous island, the largest of the fifty British Virgin Islands. Ideal for romantic getaways, Tortola is an attractive destination thanks to its beaches and turquoise waters. Covering an area of ​​56 km², the island had a population of 18,500 in 2004 and is home to Road Town, the capital of the British Virgin Islands.
Of volcanic origin, the southern part of the island is mountainous, while the area around Mount Sage—which rises to 521 meters—is more arid.

A marina

On the island's highlands, numerous murals depicting scenes of daily life are painted on the walls lining the road.