Make sure you have a good LBS to service it, as this model gets almost the bottom of the proverbial Shimano barrell parts. When she grows out of it, you may be able to get half of your initial investment out of it. I bought a Trek 3500 for my son, that boy skipped 24" wheels, and sold it for $155 after buying it for $230 a year earlier. The small 13" frame helped sell it easier, but a lack of a suspension fork hurt it. He now rides a vintage Specialized Hardrock with a new Sram 3.0/4.0 drivetrain.
If she is primarily road riding, stay away from suspension. IMO a rigid bike teaches a rider bike control better.