Carnival Nine by Caroline M. YoachimMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
Clockwork universes are a great plot device, as they simplify the workings of that universe so that they can be exposed. Yoachim's clockwork dolls have a very simple economy based around carnivals that proceed along the tracks. They have no doubt who their Maker is, as that Maker winds their mainsprings every day. Otherwise, it's a story of our lives, translated into this clockwork universe. So it's 100% predictable, but suspense is not the point. We get a new perspective on what it means to care.
Thing is, it's a nice story and well written, but for me not super engaging. I do think it has a decent shot at an award.
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