I'm a guy but my wife rides. She likes the Specialized Ruby (carbon) for a women's road bike but the Dolce (aluminum with carbon stays) is made on the same specs and is much less expensive. Moderate price; good build quality;women's specific fit; lots of option levels. Can have your LBS rig it up with a flat bar if need be. However, I'd suggest just getting the fit right - maybe the drop bar a bit higher than normal - and seeing if she gets used to it. I know several people who ride on the upper part of their drop bars at least half the ride anyway!