Mine's been great so far. The recoil is very manageable and tame compared to other 9mm Single Stack Subcompacts (PF-9, LC9, DB9, or Nano), but when it comes to firearms, I don't take other people's word for it... I need to shoot a gun myself (rent, or try someone else's) before buying.

If you have a range/store nearby that has rentals, try one for yourself. If it's gonna be for your Wife, she obviously needs to try it herself... But she'll probably like it too.