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Customer Reviews: Average Rating:  Rating : - Great Words, Poor Delivery
I know that this review will counter what many others have said about Max McLean's performances (see what people think of other products, including the New Testament portion of this recording), but I want to warn people before they rush out and buy this product.
Any recording of the Bible is a good thing simply because of the content. This product does offer the complete Bible in audio, and it is convenient to listen to in the car or at other times. I use it at times in connection with actual reading so I am both hearing and seeing the words (it helps it sink in more). The production quality is good, clear, and well formatted.
The problem I have with this product is Max McLean's voice and vocal style. It seems exaggerated, overly dramatic, forced, and unnatural. While this is a recording of the NIV, at times is makes me think of the King James Version simply because of his delivery. His pronunciation often annoys me. This, of course, is a personal preference, and according to other reviews, many people love his performance. My advice is to find a way to listen to part of this recording before purchasing it (there are places online where you can do this). You might side with the majority of the reviews and love it, but you might also feel as I do and choose a different reader. Audio Bibles are a great thing, something you will want to listen to over and over, so it is important that you actually like the version and reader that you decide to purchase. (My personal favorite audio Bible is The Message, read by Kelly Ryan Dolan) + See Full Customer Review |  |
