Joan, a captivating young woman navigating the complexities of the 1940s, confronts adversity when her marriage turns abusive in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Seeking refuge, she flees to Dallas with her three-year-old daughter, where she encounters a dashing Army Air Force captain amidst the backdrop of war, igniting a profound romance. However, her past resurfaces when her husband reappears, adamantly refusing her request for a divorce and nearly succumbing to a self-inflicted stab wound. Struggling with overwhelming guilt, Joan reconciles with him, and they return to New Mexico. Despite her efforts, the cycle of abuse persists, compelling Joan to navigate the challenges of ending her marriage while safeguarding her children and harboring a deeply buried secret. “AS CLOSE TO THE TRUTH AS I CAN GET” chronicles Joan’s resilience in the face of adversity and her unwavering quest for happiness.