An Arbitrary Algorithm

by Andrew Kraft

Isaac, fed up with the complacency of society on Earth, has led an interstellar mission for him and his passengers to their new planetary refuge, Cardea. Their population has thrived on this new world for the last fifty-two years, but the contentment is again becoming a concern. With the fate of life on Earth uncertain and the ultimate survival of humankind hanging in the balance, the subsequent direction of their society on Cardea is now being questioned.

Most of the crew and passengers of the original Tarax mission are no longer alive. Cardea’s new leader, Ravena, is facing rebellion from Ormr, a visionary fanatic of their planet’s founder, Isaac. Ravena races to save an unprepared people while long-buried secrets from Earth’s past begin to surface.

110 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 11, 2025

About the author

Andrew Kraft was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland. He has a bachelor's degree in economics from Towson University. He is an avid traveler and has visited over thirty countries on this beautiful planet we call Earth. Andrew enjoys running and has completed a few half marathons along with a virtual full marathon in 2020. He is a big fan of science fiction books, especially those involving the cosmos.

Reviews

[Paige D · Rating 5 out of 5]

An Arbitrary Algorithm is a compelling and thought-provoking sci-fi adventure that explores the survival and evolution of humanity on a new world. Andrew Kraft weaves political tension, ethical dilemmas, and richly developed characters into a story that is both thrilling and intellectually engaging. Fans of interstellar adventures, speculative fiction, and character-driven science fiction will find themselves immersed in the complex and imaginative world of Cardea. A must-read for anyone fascinated by the challenges of building a society in the stars.

[Eileen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great read by this author! This book draws you in so you feel like you are part of this space adventure. It really makes you think about where our current society is headed and what possibilities lie ahead on other planets Would highly recommend reading this book!