In 'homegoing a novel', there are likely to be characters representing different branches of a family. There might be a character from an earlier generation who has endured the hardships of slavery or colonial rule. This character's experiences would then influence the subsequent generations. There could also be a modern - day character who is trying to piece together the family history. These characters' interactions and their individual stories would form the core of the novel, showing how the family has evolved over time.
I'm not entirely sure without reading it more closely, but usually, there are characters from different generations within the family at the center of the story.
I don't know specifically all the main characters in 'homegoing a novel'. But typically in such a family - centered novel, there would be a matriarch or patriarch figure whose decisions and actions set the foundation for the family's development. There may also be younger characters who are curious about their roots and are the ones driving the exploration of the family's past. These characters would face various challenges and revelations as they dig deeper into their family history.