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I am unfamiliar with the original Norwegian Fairytale that The Cat on the Dovrefell is based upon, but it did not prevent me from enjoying this version. Fans of Tomie De Paola will love his illustrative style that again brings the tale he weaves to life. Halvor’s family is used to creating a large feast to appease the trolls while his family flees their visit each Christmas. Then one Christmas, in an act of kindness, they allow a man traveling with a polar bear to stay. The trolls mistake the bear for a housecat and get a hilarious surprise. Overall, this tale will be a fun read perfect for fans of Tomie DePaola, folktales, and Christmas.