Why is M upset with Bond? Does M think that Bond was negligent in getting poisoned? Was the poisoning Bond's fault? Has Bond lost his edge? Why does M make Bond turn in his weapon and exchange it with a larger weapon? Why does Bond not like this idea? Does the exchange in weapons have an impact on Bond's ability to survive his latest mission?

Bond arrives in Jamaica and is immediately photographed by a local newswoman. Why does this make Bond think that the bad guys are documenting his arrival? What about this woman makes Bond believe she works for Doctor No? Why does Bond allow Quarrel to hurt this woman to learn who her employer is? Why does the woman not confess?

Why does Bond arrange for Quarrel to hire two drivers to take Strangeways' car to Montego? Why does Bond then...