1. FL comes from a family of powerful dynastic ministers who were framed and killed by an unwise (tm) king. She self-immolates in a scene that is frankly kindof impressive and is reborn into the dead body of her younger cousin the day after that. Basically a vengeance narrative against an entire empire, as well as a huge political thriller about four countries fighting to see who's the last one standing.
2. The ML has some MAJOR family drama in this one. Fun family drama, though. Gave rise to a whole bunch of great scenes.
3. The other FQ novel showcasing a ship with a clear division of labor. ML is the brawn, and FL is the brains.