The Tattoo books must be read in chronological order, which coincides with their publication order, by following this sequence:[2-5]
| Order | Cover | Title | First published | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
|
Tattoo | 2007[2-3] | Introduces Bailey, the powers, and the Sídhe conflict. |
| 2 |
|
Fate | 2009[4-5] | Continues Bailey’s role as the Third Fate and expands the Sidhe world. |
1. Tattoo
Tattoo (2007)[2-3] begins with Bailey Morgan and her three friends buying temporary tattoos that awaken unexpected supernatural abilities. This book establishes the central group, the magical rules surrounding the tattoos, and the Sidhe conflict that draws Bailey into a hidden struggle between the human realm and an ancient mystical world.[6]
It is the necessary foundation for Bailey’s later role and identity.[6]
2. Fate
Fate (2009)[4-5] continues after Bailey has become the Third Fate and follows her as she divides her life between ordinary high school and the mystical Nexus, where she helps weave human lives. This book expands the series from the initial tattoo-based awakening into the wider Sidhe society, including courts, allegiances, and Bailey’s place between worlds.[7]
Its plot depends on the identities, powers, and friendships established in Tattoo.[7]
References
- Tattoo Series. Penguin Random House.
- Tattoo by Jennifer Lynn Barnes: 9780385733472. Penguin Random House.
- Tattoo by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. Penguin Random House Canada.
- Fate by Jennifer Lynn Barnes: 9780385735377. Penguin Random House.
- Fate by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. Penguin Random House Canada.
- Tattoo. Delacorte Press. ISBN: 9780385733472.
- Fate. Delacorte Press. ISBN: 9780385735377.