ditto - my teenage granddaughter really likes this gun.I have used a S&W M&P .380 Shield EZ to train a few women. All have liked it after shooting and getting familiar with how it handles. It is lightweight and recoil is not bad. It is easy to rack and has a grip safety that helps eliminate limp wrist because you have to grip firmly to shoot. The 8 round magazine is easy to load too.
Like some have already advised, go to a range and let her get the feel of several then rent one or more to try out.