"Homegoing" is a historical novel by Yaa Gyasi that follows the lives of two half-sisters, Effia and Esi, and their descendants over several generations. The story begins in 18th-century Ghana and explores the impact of the transatlantic slave trade on their families, with Effia marrying a British slave trader while Esi is captured and sold into slavery. The novel is structured in a series of interconnected chapters, each focusing on a different descendant from both sisters. Through their experiences, the book addresses themes of identity, heritage, and the lasting effects of colonialism and racism in America and Africa.