When We Were One is a unique story told in a very poetic, almost abstract yet solid way. Story was well written, imaginative, well thought out and delivered in an lovely prose.  That said, the formatting of this books needs to be worked on.  I loved the beautiful sisterhood and connections with people and the world at large.  Reminded me of Avatar. The many concepts spoken about seem to hold many truths in the world today.  Colonialism, power, technology, religion, money, and time create dependency and the way it was described in the book really makes you think.  This is a quick read and great story that makes you think.  I thoroughly enjoyed.