David Sexton
Books
Son of Nobody is more proof that Yann Martel is a literary paper tiger
Although this time, at least, Yann Martel’s tale is about people, he can’t resist his animal flourishes once again
By David Sexton
11 Apr 2026
TV
Sharon Horgan's filthy and funny Women on the Verge is here
Horgan's new offering follows three Dublin women as they navigate life in their 30s
By David Sexton
11 Oct 2018
Books
Why this year's Man Booker Prize shortlist is too much hard work
The shortlist they have selected will be the despair of booksellers, says David Sexton
By David Sexton
20 Sept 2018
Books
25 books you need to add to your summer reading list
Don’t end up scavenging the displays at the airport bookshops. Plan a little, says David Sexton, and you’ll discover a lot
By David Sexton
19 Sept 2018
