That's a gesture of endearment in some cultures. Some hug, some kiss, some set each other on fire in small patches of woodland — Jonathan Stroud Copy Share Image
Much has happened since last we met, Bartimaeus," he went on. "Do you remember how we parted?" "No." I did. "You set light to me, old friend. Struck a match and left me burning in a copse." The crow shifted… — Jonathan Stroud Copy Share Image
