When I studied literature i was flooded by incomprehensible  theories on deconstructionism, marxism and psychoanalysis. As a result, I never felt that I learnt the basics of narratology , how plots were constructed. I wish to return to "sane" and practical theories. 

I know that a lot of plot-gurus in Hollywood apply structuralist theories in their books. But I don't want to read all of them. I therefore wonder if there exists an easy to read introduction that sums of the various theories on how crime fiction & thrillers are plotted, acts, resolutions, set up etc. I would be nice if the work included the ideas presented by Robert McKee, John Truby, Syd Field and people like that with practical approach to writing. There are of course the archetype approach from Cambell/volger and other Jung derivatives. 

Please help if you know any easy-to-read book that summarizes what i have mentioned. 

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